For homes that already have one, a basement under a new addition usually makes sense. Obviously, a basementâs going to cost more to build than a crawl space. But since most of the equipment, manpower, and materials are all already on site, itâs an efficient use of resources.
1 Stock cabinets come pre-made in specific styles, shapes and finishes. 2  A lot depends on the size and shape of your kitchen and the total linear feet of cabinets needed. 3  Basic cabinets (top and bottom) for a 10x12-foot kitchen start at $4,000-$5,000 and up, not including installation and countertops.
Laminate countertops are stylish, durable, and fairly inexpensive. For this example, we'll consider the cost of installing 30 square feet of laminate countertop, which averages $600-$1200, or $10-$40 per square foot. Labor: laminate countertop installers typically charge $30-$40 per hour and can complete the project in around one day (8 labor hours), for a total labor cost of $240-$320.