Kitchen Remodeling in Irvine, CA
We are based in Fullerton, on East Orangethorpe Avenue, and we have been remodeling kitchens for 31 years. Irvine is well within our Orange County service area.
Irvine’s housing is much newer than most of Orange County: more than half of its homes were built in 2000 or later. A newer kitchen rarely needs its plumbing replaced. The work is usually about the layout, the storage, the counters and a finish that feels like yours instead of the builder’s.
What We Do in an Irvine Kitchen
We are a general contractor, not a cabinet shop — the whole job runs under one contract, with one person accountable for it.
For our full kitchen process, what is included, and answers to common questions, see our main kitchen remodeling services page.
Full Kitchen Remodels
Complete kitchen remodels, taken down to the studs where needed.
Layout & Ceiling Work
Layout changes and wall removal, plus raising ceilings, opening up and removing soffits.
Flooring, Tile & Backsplash
New flooring, tile and backsplash to finish the room.
Cabinetry
Custom and semi-custom cabinetry built around how you use the kitchen.
Plumbing
Plumbing relocation and replacement of original supply lines.
Electrical & Lighting
Electrical and lighting, including under-cabinet and recessed lights.
Countertops
Countertops, including waterfall islands and seated overhangs.
Subfloor & Structural Repair
We open the floor and repair failing subfloor and structure before anything new goes in.
Solutions & Benefits
Our kitchen remodeling services focus on simple, effective solutions that deliver comfort, efficiency, and lasting value.
Family-Focused Kitchen Design
We begin by understanding how your kitchen functions as both a living space and a workspace. The result is a layout that supports comfort, efficiency, and easy movement while still feeling warm and welcoming.
Personalized Design That Reflects Your Goals
Every kitchen renovation has a purpose. Whether your goal is to improve functionality, enhance visual appeal, increase productivity, or raise your home’s value, we listen carefully and build a kitchen that aligns with exactly what you want to achieve.
Budget-Conscious Planning Without Compromise
We believe great kitchens can be created at different budget levels. By combining smart design decisions with cost-effective material options, we help you stay within budget while still delivering quality, durability, and style.
Working in Irvine
Permits and inspections. The City of Irvine publishes a residential remodel plan check cover sheet for this kind of work, and kitchen changes to plumbing, electrical or structure need a permit. Many Irvine neighborhoods also have homeowners associations, which can have their own approval process for anything that changes the outside of the house. We check both, pull the permit and schedule the inspections.
What the housing tells us. Irvine’s median home was built in 2002. Only about 21% of homes date from before 1980, and about 53% were built in 2000 or later, far newer than the cities around it. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.)
We start with what you want. No two houses in Irvine are the same, and neither are the people living in them. Some homeowners want the whole kitchen opened up and modernized; some want a careful update that respects the house they already love. We start by asking what you want, then tell you honestly what the house will allow.
Kitchen Remodeling by City
We remodel kitchens across Orange County. If you are near Irvine, these nearby city pages may help too:
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Serhal Builders based?
We are based in Fullerton, at 1328 E Orangethorpe Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, and we have been remodeling kitchens for 31 years. We serve Irvine from there.
Do you remodel kitchens in Irvine?
Yes. Irvine is within our Orange County service area. We handle the whole kitchen, from demolition, plumbing and electrical to cabinets, countertops, flooring and finishes, under one contract.
Are you a cabinet company?
No. We are a general contractor, not a cabinet shop. The whole job runs under one contract, with one person accountable for it.
Do you handle permits in Irvine?
Yes. The City of Irvine publishes a residential remodel plan check cover sheet for this kind of work, and kitchen changes to plumbing, electrical or structure need a permit. Many Irvine neighborhoods also have homeowners associations, which can have their own approval process for anything that changes the outside of the house. We check both, pull the permit and schedule the inspections.
How old are most homes in Irvine?
Irvine's median home was built in 2002. Only about 21% of homes date from before 1980, and about 53% were built in 2000 or later, far newer than the cities around it. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.)
Which cities do you serve?
We work throughout Orange County, including Fullerton, Anaheim, Brea, Placentia, Yorba Linda, Orange, Tustin, Santa Ana, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Buena Park, Cypress, Garden Grove, La Habra, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Stanton, Villa Park, Westminster, Seal Beach, and the cities between, as well as Riverside County, San Diego County, and the Inland Empire.
Are you licensed?
Yes. Serhal Builders is a licensed general contractor, CSLB #1074208.
How do I get a quote for my Irvine kitchen?
Tell us about your kitchen and we will come look at it. Call 949-829-4999 or email info@serhalbuilders.com.