Custom Cabinets in San Diego
Built-from-scratch cabinetry designed, milled, and installed by our own crew, not subbed out, so every drawer, door, and shelf fits your San Diego home exactly the way you live in it.
- Licensed CSLB #1004363
- Fixed written pricing
- Owner-led since 2014
- Workmanship warranty
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CSLB #1004363
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Across San Diego County
Owner-led, fixed-bid
Stock cabinets come in fixed sizes and force your room to work around them. Custom cabinetry does the opposite, it’s built around your space, your storage habits, and the way your kitchen or bath actually gets used. Since 2014, we’ve designed, built, and installed cabinetry for homes across San Diego County. Owned by our team and fully licensed (CA Lic #1004363), we keep cabinet work in-house from the first measurement to the final adjustment, so you get a tighter fit, better materials, and one crew accountable for the result.
Custom vs. Semi-Custom vs. Stock Cabinets
Understanding the three tiers of cabinetry helps you spend wisely. The right choice depends on your space, budget, and how particular you are about fit and finish.
- Stock cabinets come pre-built in standard widths, usually in 3-inch increments. They’re the most affordable and fastest to install, but odd walls and tight corners leave you with filler strips and wasted space.
- Semi-custom cabinets start from stock boxes but allow some changes, door styles, finishes, and limited size adjustments. A reasonable middle ground when your layout is standard.
- Custom cabinets are built to your exact measurements with no size restrictions. Awkward nooks become usable storage, runs reach the ceiling, and the design answers your needs instead of a catalog’s limits.
Materials, Wood Species, Finishes & Hardware
What your cabinets are made of determines how they look, how long they last, and how they hold up in San Diego’s coastal humidity. We help you choose materials that match your style and budget.
- Box construction: furniture-grade plywood for strength and moisture resistance, or MDF for smooth painted surfaces.
- Wood species: oak, maple, walnut, cherry, hickory, and alder, each with its own grain and price point.
- Finishes: painted, stained, glazed, or natural clear coats, applied for durability and an even sheen.
- Hardware: soft-close hinges and full-extension drawer slides, plus pulls and knobs to fit your look.
Where Custom Cabinetry Works in Your Home
Cabinetry isn’t just for kitchens. Anywhere you need storage that fits a specific space, custom work pays off:
- Kitchens: full runs, islands, pantries, and specialty storage built to your habits.
- Bathrooms: vanities, linen towers, and medicine storage sized to fit even small baths.
- Built-ins: bookcases, window seats, mudroom lockers, and fireplace surrounds that look original to the home.
- Entertainment centers: media walls with hidden wiring, adjustable shelving, and display lighting.
- Garages & closets: durable storage systems and walk-in closet organization that uses every inch.
What Custom Cabinets Cost in San Diego
Custom cabinetry is an investment, and honest numbers help you plan. Pricing depends on the size of the run, materials, design complexity, and finish:
- Linear footage: more cabinets and longer runs mean more material and labor.
- Wood and finish: paint-grade builds cost less than premium hardwoods with hand-applied stains.
- Design complexity: specialty inserts, glass doors, and integrated lighting add to the total.
- Site conditions: older San Diego homes sometimes need extra prep to get walls and floors true.
We measure your space, learn what you want, and give you a clear, itemized estimate at your free consultation.
Our Design, Build & Install Process
Keeping cabinetry in-house is the difference between cabinets that merely fit the wall and cabinets that fit your home. When the people who design the work also build and install it, nothing gets lost in translation.
- Design: we measure on site, talk through how you use the space, and lay out a plan with real materials and finishes.
- Build: cabinets are constructed to your exact measurements, so the fit is dialed in before they reach your home.
- Install: our own crew sets, levels, and adjusts everything, then handles the final details that make custom work look seamless.
Because we don’t subcontract the cabinetry, one team owns the outcome from start to finish.
The difference is in the contract
| What matters | San Diego Custom Remodeling | Typical contractor |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed written bid before any work starts | Always | Often vague or hourly |
| One accountable team, never subcontracted out | Yes | Frequently subbed |
| Licensed, bonded & insured (CSLB #1004363) | Yes | Not always |
| Permits pulled and inspections coordinated | Every job | Sometimes skipped |
| Written workmanship warranty | Yes | Rarely |
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One written price. No surprise change orders.
After we walk your space, you get a single itemized bid for the agreed scope. If it is not in the contract, you do not pay for it. Every project is backed by a written workmanship warranty and the work of a licensed, bonded, and insured San Diego team.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does custom cabinetry take to build and install?
Most projects run several weeks from approved design to final install, since each cabinet is built to your exact measurements. Timeline depends on the size of the job, material lead times, and finish. We give you a realistic schedule at your consultation.
Are custom cabinets worth the extra cost over stock?
If your space has odd dimensions, sloped ceilings, or tight corners, custom cabinets eliminate the wasted space and filler strips you get with stock. You also get better construction and a fit that lasts, especially valuable in older San Diego homes.
Do you build the cabinets yourselves or subcontract the work?
We keep cabinetry in-house from design through installation. The same team that measures and designs your cabinets also builds and installs them, which means tighter tolerances, better accountability, and one point of contact.
Can you match cabinets to my existing kitchen or home style?
Yes. Whether you’re adding to an existing kitchen, building a matching entertainment center, or designing built-ins for an older home, we select wood species, door styles, and finishes to blend with what’s already there.
Are you licensed and insured for cabinet work in San Diego?
Yes. We’re a licensed California contractor (CA Lic #1004363), owned by Dave Romero and serving San Diego County since 2014, so your cabinetry is built and installed to code by an accountable, insured team.