Licensed & Insured · MD #113079 · Proudly serving Severn, MD
Kitchen Remodeling Severn, MD
A kitchen that works the way your family actually lives — built by a licensed Maryland contractor who sweats the details.
Escobar Construction handles full kitchen remodels across Anne Arundel County and the DMV — cabinets, countertops, plumbing, electrical, and everything in between. Family-owned and Maryland-licensed since 2017, with a 5.0-star rating on Google. Free estimates, honest scopes, no surprises.
Escobar Construction is headquartered right here in Severn — owner Eddy Escobar has been working on homes in this community since 2017. When you call us, you're not waiting on a dispatcher two counties away; we're your neighbors, and we treat your home like one.
What's included
- ✓Full demo and haul-away of existing cabinets, countertops, and flooring
- ✓Cabinet installation — stock, semi-custom, or custom
- ✓Countertop templating and installation (quartz, granite, laminate, or butcher block)
- ✓Tile backsplash installation
- ✓Plumbing rough-in and fixture installation (sink, faucet, disposal)
- ✓Electrical updates and outlet placement per current code
- ✓Flooring installation (LVP, tile, or hardwood)
- ✓Final punch-list walkthrough with you before we close the job
How a kitchen remodel actually unfolds
Every kitchen remodel starts with demo — cabinets come out, old flooring comes up, and we get a clear look at what's behind the walls before anything new goes in. That inspection step matters: it's where we catch issues with plumbing supply lines, outdated wiring, or soft subflooring that would cause headaches later. Eddy and the crew walk you through anything that surfaces before it affects the plan.
Once the rough work is done — plumbing relocated if needed, electrical brought up to code, any structural changes made — the finish work begins in a logical sequence: cabinets and framing first, then countertops templated and installed, then backsplash tile, then flooring, then appliances and fixtures. Working in the right order prevents rework and keeps the project moving cleanly.
Decisions homeowners actually have to make
Cabinet choice drives more of the cost and timeline than almost anything else. Stock cabinets are quicker and more affordable; semi-custom and custom options give you specific dimensions and finishes but add lead time. Countertop material — quartz, granite, laminate, butcher block — is a similar trade-off between budget, durability, and maintenance. We lay out the honest pros and cons of each so you can decide without pressure.
Layout changes are where projects get significantly more involved. Moving a sink or range means rerouting plumbing or gas, which adds scope. Opening a wall to connect the kitchen to a living space may require a structural beam and a permit. None of that is off the table — it's just worth knowing up front so the budget conversation starts in the right place.
Permits and code in Maryland
In Anne Arundel County, kitchen remodels that involve electrical work, plumbing changes, or structural modifications generally require a building permit. As a Maryland-licensed contractor (MD #113079), we pull permits when the scope requires them and schedule inspections at the right stages. Skipping permits on work that needs them creates real problems at resale — it's not worth it.
Maryland's electrical code requires GFCI outlets near sinks and countertop circuits on dedicated breakers per current NEC standards. If your kitchen is older, a remodel is often the right time to bring those circuits up to code. We flag what we find and explain what's required versus what's optional so you make an informed call.
Working on homes in Severn
Severn's housing mix runs the full range — established single-family neighborhoods like The Provinces and Sandridge, newer master-planned communities such as Arundel Forest, and a solid core of townhome developments popular with Fort Meade and NSA families. That variety means our crews handle everything from updating a 1980s split-level kitchen to installing LVP flooring in a newer townhome built in the 2010s.
Homes here are well-kept but they age like any house does — tile grout cracks, water heaters turn fifteen years old, bathrooms start feeling tired. Because we're local, we can often schedule an estimate faster and get work started sooner than contractors who drive in from outside the county.
Permits and inspections in Anne Arundel County
Most structural changes, plumbing moves, new electrical circuits, or HVAC work in Anne Arundel County require a building permit. As of December 2025, the county moved to online-only permit submissions through its LUN System, and new fire-code amendments took effect in May 2026. Cosmetic updates — flooring, paint, swapping fixtures in the same location — typically don't require a permit, but the line can be less obvious than it sounds.
As a Maryland-licensed contractor (MD #113079), Escobar Construction handles the permit process as part of the job. We pull the permits, schedule the inspections, and make sure the work is code-compliant before we call it finished. You don't have to navigate county paperwork on your own.
Areas we serve near Severn
The Provinces · Sandridge · Severn Woods · Graham Farm · Arundel Forest · Gambrills · Hanover · Millersville
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Anne Arundel County?+
Yes, in most cases — any work touching electrical circuits, plumbing lines, or load-bearing walls requires a permit from Anne Arundel County's Office of Planning and Zoning. We handle permit applications as part of the project. Cosmetic-only work (painting, hardware swaps, appliance replacements) typically does not require a permit, but we verify case by case.
Can you remodel a kitchen while we're still living in the house?+
Yes, and it's the norm. We stage the demo and rough work to minimize how long you're without a functional sink or cooking area, and we clean up the work zone each day. We'll walk you through what days will be the most disruptive so you can plan around them — meal prep for a week or so is the biggest practical inconvenience.
What's the difference between a kitchen refresh and a full remodel?+
A refresh keeps the existing layout and replaces surfaces — cabinet doors and hardware, countertops, backsplash, paint. A full remodel changes the cabinet boxes, layout, or plumbing positions. A refresh costs significantly less and takes less time; a full remodel gives you more flexibility. We can quote both so you can decide with real numbers in front of you.
Does Escobar Construction serve all of Severn, or just certain areas?+
We serve all of Severn and the surrounding Anne Arundel County communities — including Gambrills, Hanover, and Millersville. If you're unsure whether we reach your address, call us or request a free estimate and we'll confirm right away.
Get your free estimate
Tell us about your project — Eddy personally replies, usually within one business day.