Wet Bar & Kitchenette
Full wet bars and basement kitchenettes with plumbing, refrigeration, cabinetry, stone counters, GFCI electrical, and durable entertaining-grade finishes — built for finished basements and entertainment rooms across Bergen County.
Entertaining-Grade Wet Bars & Kitchenettes
From a compact bar counter with undercounter fridge and sink to a full kitchenette with dishwasher, icemaker, range, and pantry — we handle plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, stone counters, and finish carpentry. Built for real use, not just display.
- Bar sinks, ice makers, and beverage fridges
- Custom cabinetry and stone or quartz counters
- Plumbing rough-ins and drain connections
- GFCI electrical and dedicated circuit coordination with licensed electrical trades where required
- Optional dishwasher, undercounter range, and wine fridge
- Integrated lighting, backsplash, and finish carpentry
Serving Bergen County homeowners across Englewood, Tenafly, Fort Lee, Ridgewood, Paramus, Teaneck, Hackensack, Closter, Fair Lawn, and Bergenfield — plus every town in between.
Part of our Basement Renovation service family.
Wet Bar & Kitchenette Guides
Decisions that determine whether the project lasts and feels right.
Bar Layout & Workflow
Sink, ice, glass storage, and bottle display arranged for serving flow. Counter overhang for stools, foot rail height, and walking aisle behind the bar.
- Layout decisions made before demo save scope changes mid-project. Drawings + finish selections + lead-time risk assessed up front.
- Keeping existing utility locations cuts cost; relocating sinks, gas, or load-bearing walls adds engineering and trade work.
- Sight lines, traffic flow, and storage capacity carry as much weight in daily use as finish materials do.
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Plumbing & Drain Coordination
Cold and hot supply, drain to existing wet wall or new drain run, optional ice maker line, and licensed plumber coordination for new vents and cleanouts.
- 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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Wine, Beer & Beverage Refrigeration
Undercounter wine cooler, kegerator with proper venting, beverage center, and ice maker placement. Each appliance has clearance and circuit requirements.
- 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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Counter & Backsplash Materials
Quartz, natural stone, butcher block, or zinc countertops. Backsplash tile, mirror, or open shelving with bottle display lighting.
- Material selection drives daily experience more than any other choice. Spec sheets, manufacturer terms, and lead times reviewed before order.
- Stock vs. semi-custom vs. custom each carry distinct cost, lead time, and finish range.
- Local Bergen County stocking partners shortcut lead times on common selections; specialty orders ship 4–10 weeks.
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Lighting & Display
Pendant lighting over the bar, under-cabinet lighting on shelves, accent lighting for bottle display, and dimmer integration via licensed electrical coordination.
- 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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Cost & Timeline Guide
Wet bar build-outs run $14,000–$35,000 for compact basement bars in 2026 Bergen County. Custom millwork and full kitchenettes $35,000–$65,000+. Lead 4–7 weeks.
- 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 Wet Bar & Kitchenette Process
Consultation
We review the intended use, entertaining style, and adjacent finished spaces; confirm plumbing and electrical routing from existing mechanical locations.
Scope & materials
We finalize cabinetry layout, counter material, appliance selections, and plumbing/electrical plans including any drywall modifications.
Build
Crew handles rough-in plumbing and electrical, cabinet install, stone counter install, appliance hookup, and finish carpentry/painting.
Final walkthrough
Plumbing pressure test, electrical check, appliance commissioning, and punch-list walkthrough.
Frequently Asked Questions
For 2026 in Bergen County, compact bar counters with sink and undercounter fridge run $8,000-$16,000 installed. Full wet bars with stone counters, dishwasher, and integrated cabinetry run $18,000-$40,000. Full basement kitchenettes with range and prep space run $35,000-$75,000+. Pricing and timelines are planning ranges.
A dedicated cold-water supply, drain connection (gravity or pump-assisted), and shut-offs. If adding a dishwasher or icemaker, additional supply and drain points. Plumbing and electrical work performed or coordinated using licensed professionals where required.
For projects that require permits, we coordinate permit paperwork, trade documentation, and inspection scheduling with your town and licensed professionals where required. Plumbing additions, new electrical circuits, and gas hookups typically require permits in Bergen County.
Yes. We work with the existing substrate and finishes - carefully routing plumbing and electrical, patching drywall, and matching existing trim. Cleaner when planned during a basement renovation, but full retrofits are common.
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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Commercial general liability and workers’ compensation coverage. Documentation available on request.
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