RG PAINTING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
Kitchen remodeling in Santa Barbara by RG Painting & Construction, Inc. — a licensed California general contractor (CSLB #931758) serving Santa Barbara, Montecito, Hope Ranch, Goleta, Carpinteria, and the Santa Ynez Valley since 2001. From cabinet refinishing and finish-level updates to full gut renovations and layout changes, we manage every phase with one in-house team. Because painting and fine finishes are the foundation of our work, your cabinetry, trim, and finished surfaces are handled by the same craftsmen who built the space — no handoff to a separate finish crew.
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Our Santa Barbara Kitchen Remodeling Services
Countertops & Backsplashes
Layout & Structural Changes
Our Kitchen Remodeling Process: From Design to Finished Kitchen
We walk your kitchen with you, understand how you actually use the space, and put it in writing — a clear, detailed scope and a transparent estimate with no vague allowances or surprise line items.
We guide cabinetry, countertop, hardware, lighting, and flooring choices, balancing the look you want with what holds up to Santa Barbara's coastal climate. Materials chosen for moisture and salt-air resistance last longer here than the generic showroom defaults.
As a licensed general contractor, we handle the permit process
Demo, framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, and flooring completed by our in-house crew under one project manager. One schedule. One point of contact.
The phase most general contractors hand off is the one we built our reputation on. Cabinet installation, refinishing, painting, and trim work are completed by the same team that built your kitchen — which is why the final result actually looks finished, down to the last edge and corner.
Final Walkthrough
You inspect every cabinet face, every drawer, every grout line alongside your project lead. If anything isn't right, we make it right. The job isn't done until it meets our standard and yours.
AREAS WE SERVE
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen Remodeling in Santa Barbara
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Santa Barbara?
The cost of a kitchen remodel in Santa Barbara depends on a few key factors: the size of the kitchen, the cabinetry and countertops you choose, and whether the layout or plumbing changes. A finish-level refresh sits at the lower end, while a full gut renovation with custom cabinetry and structural work sits at the higher end. Because every kitchen and budget is different, we give you a detailed written estimate after walking the space — so the number you get reflects your actual project, not a generic range.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Santa Barbara?
The cost of a kitchen remodel in Santa Barbara depends on a few key factors: the size of the kitchen, the cabinetry and countertops you choose, and whether the layout or plumbing changes. A finish-level refresh sits at the lower end, while a full gut renovation with custom cabinetry and structural work sits at the higher end. Because every kitchen and budget is different, we give you a detailed written estimate after walking the space — so the number you get reflects your actual project, not a generic range.
How long does a bathroom remodel take in Santa Barbara?
The timeline comes down to scope: a straightforward refresh that keeps the existing layout moves quickly, while a full remodel that relocates plumbing, adds custom tile, or changes the footprint takes longer. In Santa Barbara, county permitting and material lead times factor in too, and older homes sometimes reveal hidden plumbing or moisture issues once walls are opened. After we walk your space, RG Painting & Construction gives you a realistic, project-specific schedule — so you know what to expect before the first day of demolition.
Can you remodel historic or Spanish-style homes?
Yes. We have 24+ years remodeling Santa Barbara's Spanish Revival, Mediterranean, Mid-Century Modern, and Craftsman homes, including the additional review steps required in coastal zones and HOA communities like Montecito, Goleta and Hope Ranch.
Do you handle both the construction and the painting?
Yes — and that's our core difference. Painting and fine finishes are the foundation of our work, so the same in-house team that builds your remodel completes the finish work, rather than handing it off to a subcontractor.
How long does an ADU take to build in Santa Barbara?
A Santa Barbara ADU typically takes 6–14 months from design through final occupancy, with permits running roughly 4–12 weeks through the county. Garage conversions (4–8 months) are usually faster than detached ADUs. Coastal zones and HOA communities add review steps.