Kitchen Additions
Bumping out the kitchen footprint — new foundation, framing, walls, electrical, plumbing, and a full kitchen rebuild integrated with the new addition. Most cost-effective when paired with a kitchen renovation already on the schedule.
Adding Square Footage to the Kitchen
Kitchen additions extend the existing kitchen with new foundation, walls, and roof on the addition side, then rebuild the kitchen across the new larger footprint. We coordinate the addition (architect, engineer, foundation, framing, mechanicals) with the kitchen renovation (cabinets, counters, appliances) so it lands as one finished kitchen, not an addition stitched onto an old kitchen.
- Foundation excavation and footings on addition side
- Framing and roof tied into existing kitchen wall
- New electrical circuits, plumbing, gas, HVAC zone
- Full kitchen rebuild across new footprint
- Cabinet and counter integration
- Coordinated finish: flooring, ceiling, lighting
Serving Bergen County homeowners across Englewood, Tenafly, Fort Lee, Ridgewood, Paramus, Teaneck, Hackensack, Closter, Fair Lawn, and Bergenfield — plus every town in between.
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Kitchen Addition Guides
Decisions that determine whether the project lasts and feels right.
Foundation & Tie-In
New foundation tied to existing, frost-line footings, and proper waterproofing where new meets old.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Roof Tie-In & Drainage
Matching shingle line, valley flashing, drip edge, and gutter integration so the new roof sheds without leak risk at the join.
- 24/7 emergency intake; same-day or next-day response typical when crews and site conditions allow. Exact timing depends on weather, call volume, location, access, and crew availability.
- Industrial dehumidifiers and air movers sized to room volume and material type. Daily moisture readings until dry standard hit.
- Coordination with licensed plumbers, electricians, and adjusters on scope and documentation throughout.
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Wall & Insulation Continuity
New wall assembly matched to existing R-value, vapor barrier continuity, and air-sealed transitions.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Extensions
Capacity check on existing systems, extensions with licensed trade coordination, and panel load review.
- Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and gas changes coordinated with licensed trade professionals where required.
- Permit-pulled trade work scheduled around inspection windows; rough-in and final inspections sequenced with rebuild milestones.
- Existing system upgrades (panel capacity, supply line size, vent stack routing) verified against new load before finalizing scope.
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Permits & Setbacks
Additions trigger zoning review, setback compliance, and full plan review. We coordinate the architectural and permit process.
- For projects that require permits, we coordinate permit paperwork, trade documentation, and inspection scheduling with your town and licensed professionals where required.
- Bergen County construction code aligns with NJ UCC; review windows vary by municipality from 1 to 4 weeks.
- Building, plumbing, electrical, and fire sub-permits pulled per scope; CO inspection at completion where applicable.
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Cost & Timeline Guide
Kitchen additions run $120,000–$280,000+ depending on size and finish. Lead 16–28 weeks including engineering and permits.
- Scope tiers, material grade, and labor splits drive total. Mid-range projects typically run 60–70% of high-end equivalents on the same footprint.
- Hidden costs to plan for: permit fees, dumpster, dust protection, and any required structural or trade work uncovered during demo.
- Bergen County projects budget 1–3% for permits and 5–10% contingency on most renovation scopes.
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Your Kitchen Addition Process
Consultation
We walk the existing kitchen, discuss desired expansion, review setbacks and feasibility, and confirm whether kitchen renovation is part of scope.
Scope & materials
Architect produces drawings; structural engineer signs off; cabinet design coordinates with addition footprint; permits filed.
Build
Crew executes addition (foundation, framing, mechanicals) then kitchen rebuild (cabinets, counters, appliances, finish).
Final walkthrough
Final walkthrough across the connected new kitchen, punch-list closeout.
Frequently Asked Questions
For 2026 in Bergen County, kitchen additions (small bump-out) run $120,000-$280,000 including the addition shell plus a mid-range kitchen rebuild. Premium kitchen additions with luxury finishes run $250,000-$500,000+. Pricing and timelines are planning ranges.
Most kitchen additions take 7-12 months from permit issue to final walkthrough.
Yes for most of the build. We help set up a temporary kitchen elsewhere in the house.
Yes. Building, electrical, plumbing, and gas permits all apply. We coordinate filings and inspections.
Yes. Bergen Restoration is a registered New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor (NJHIC# 13VH08865500) with commercial general liability and workers' compensation coverage. Documentation is available on request, and homeowners should verify credentials before hiring any contractor.
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Reach us by phone or email and tell us about your kitchen addition project. We will follow up with the next best step for your home.
Commercial general liability and workers’ compensation coverage. Documentation available on request.
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