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Cabinet Installation & Refacing in Des Moines, IA

Des Moines homeowners face extreme temperature range: -20°f winter wind chills to 100°f+ summer days that accelerates wear on exterior surfaces. Our local pros understand your area's specific challenges and deliver quality work on every job.

Serving Ankeny, Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, and surrounding Des Moines communities.

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Why Des Moines Homes Need Cabinet Installation & Refacing

Extreme temperature range: -20°F winter wind chills to 100°F+ summer days
Tornado and severe hail risk in spring and early summer
Annual snowfall of 34 inches with periodic heavy events
Des Moines and Raccoon River flooding risk (1993 and 2008 were catastrophic)
Hot, humid summers from Iowa prairie moisture
Common Home Types We Service
Brick ranch and Cape Cod homes throughout Polk CountyVictorian and Craftsman homes in Sherman Hill and Ingersoll ParkNew construction in Ankeny, Waukee, and AltoonaColonial homes in Windsor Heights and UrbandaleSplit-level homes in West Des Moines and Clive

What You Get

Full cabinet replacement or refacing — both options offered
Stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinet lines
Soft-close hinges and drawer slides standard
Built-in organizers and pull-out shelves available
Refacing costs 40–60% less than cabinet replacement
Professional installation ensures level, plumb, and square results

Our Cabinet Installation & Refacing Process

01

Measurement & Design

Kitchen or bathroom is measured precisely and a cabinet layout is designed to maximize storage and workflow.

02

Cabinet Ordering

Selected cabinets are ordered. Lead times vary from in-stock (1–2 weeks) to custom (8–12 weeks).

03

Removal

Existing cabinets are carefully removed. Plumbing and electrical are protected during removal.

04

Installation

Wall cabinets are hung first, then base cabinets are set level and plumb. Doors are hung and adjusted, and hardware is installed.

Seasonal Considerations for Des Moines

1
Post-hail storm roof and siding inspection (May–July)
2
Spring river flooding monitoring near Des Moines River
3
Ice dam prevention on Midwest ranch roof profiles
4
Fall gutter cleaning before winter freeze
5
Summer exterior painting and cleaning during brief warm window

Areas We Serve in Des Moines

Our cabinet installation & refacing pros are available throughout the Des Moines metro area, including:

AnkenyWaukeeWest Des MoinesUrbandaleCliveJohnstonAltoonaNorwalkGrimesWindsor Heights

Cabinet Installation & Refacing FAQ for Des Moines Homeowners

How often should Des Moines homeowners get cabinet installation & refacing?
Given Des Moines's extreme temperature range: -20°f winter wind chills to 100°f+ summer days, most homeowners benefit from cabinet installation & refacing at least once a year. Post-hail storm roof and siding inspection (May–July) often makes spring or fall the optimal time to schedule service.
What home types in Des Moines most need cabinet installation & refacing?
Brick ranch and Cape Cod homes throughout Polk County and Victorian and Craftsman homes in Sherman Hill and Ingersoll Park are the most common home types in Des Moines and typically see the most wear. Our local pros are familiar with the exterior materials found across the metro.
What's the difference between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinets?
Stock: pre-built in standard sizes, lowest cost, available immediately. Semi-custom: more sizes and options, 4–8 week lead time. Custom: built to exact specifications for unusual spaces or high-end projects, 8–16 week lead time and highest cost.
What is cabinet refacing?
Refacing replaces cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and applies new veneer to cabinet box exteriors — keeping the existing boxes in place. It costs 40–60% less than full replacement and takes 3–5 days vs. 2–3 weeks.
How long does cabinet installation take?
A full kitchen cabinet replacement takes 2–3 days for a typical kitchen. Countertop installation follows after cabinets are set, adding another 1–2 days once countertops are fabricated.
Can I install cabinets myself?
Skilled DIYers can handle stock cabinet installation. However, ensuring cabinets are level, plumb, and square — especially around irregular floors and walls — is challenging. Mistakes are expensive to fix once countertops are in.

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