What Does a 10x10 Kitchen Remodel Really Cost in 2026? The Honest Breakdown

In this episode, Chris and Jessica break down exactly what a 10x10 kitchen remodel costs in 2026, why prices jumped 10 to 14 percent, and how the new cabinet tariffs create a money-saving window you can still use this year. If you are comparing contractor quotes, start here.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro

0:30 - What a 10x10 kitchen really means (it is a pricing template)

1:30 - The average kitchen remodel cost in 2026 (all sizes + DMV)

2:45 - Where the money actually goes: cabinets + labor

4:00 - The 2026 tariff window explained

5:30 - Appliances, steel tariffs & the induction revolution

7:00 - Countertops & the workstation sink trick

8:15 - Can a 10x10 kitchen have an island? Layout tips