How much does cabinet installation cost in Jacksonville, FL?

Cabinet installation in Jacksonville typically costs between $2,000 and $12,000, depending on kitchen size, materials, and complexity. Custom cabinets with locally sourced hardwoods are at the higher end, while RTA (ready-to-assemble) cabinets are more affordable. Maverick Home Services provides free same-day estimates so you know the exact cost before any work begins.

How long does cabinet installation take?

Most kitchen cabinet installations take 2 to 5 days depending on the scope of work. A straightforward replacement of existing cabinets may take 2-3 days, while a full kitchen redesign with custom cabinetry can take up to a week. Maverick Home Services provides daily status updates throughout the project.

Do you install custom cabinets or only pre-made?

Maverick Home Services installs both custom cabinets and RTA (ready-to-assemble) cabinets. Our custom cabinets are built using locally sourced materials from Northeast Florida suppliers. We help you choose the right option based on your budget, timeline, and design preferences.

What areas in Jacksonville do you serve?

We serve all of Northeast Florida including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, San Marco, Riverside, Avondale, Mandarin, Fleming Island, Orange Park, and surrounding communities.

What makes Maverick Home Services different from other contractors?

Maverick Home Services bridges the gap between handymen and general contractors. We deliver expert craftsmanship at fair prices with three guarantees: timely communication, daily status updates, and consistent quality. We use locally sourced materials and treat every home like our own.

Do I need to be home during cabinet installation?

You do not need to be home for the entire installation. We ask that you be present at the start of the project to walk through the plan, and we provide daily photo updates and status reports so you always know the progress. We treat your home with respect whether you are there or not.

Flooring Replacement: What Nobody Tells You Before You Pull Up the Old Stuff

Mar 6

Written By Maverick Home

If you've been living with carpet you're embarrassed about, tile that was trendy in 2003, or scratched-up laminate that's seen better days—you're not alone.

Flooring replacement is one of the most common projects we get called for across the Jacksonville Beaches area, and also one of the most frequently misunderstood. Homeowners often underestimate the complexity, the prep work involved, and how much the subfloor condition can change the entire scope of the job.

So let's talk through it honestly.

🏗️ What Does Flooring Replacement Actually Involve?

It's not just pulling up old flooring and laying new stuff down. A proper installation includes:

Removing and disposing of existing flooring
Assessing (and sometimes repairing) the subfloor
Acclimating new materials to your home's humidity—critical in coastal Florida
Installing with the right underlayment for your specific product
Transitions, trim, and baseboards

Skipping any of these steps is where DIY jobs and low-bid contractors tend to go sideways.

💰 What Does New Flooring Cost?

Here's a ballpark for common flooring types we install in Atlantic Beach homes:

Flooring TypeMaterial + Install (per sq ft)Best ForLVP (Luxury Vinyl)$5–$9High-moisture areas, pets, kidsHardwood$10–$18Main living areas, bedroomsEngineered Hardwood$7–$13Coastal homes, humidity resistanceTile$8–$15Kitchens, bathrooms, entries

Subfloor repairs, stair work, and removal of old flooring are typically quoted separately based on conditions.

🏡 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Floors

Soft spots, squeaks, or bouncy areas underfoot
Warping, buckling, or cupping (common in humid Florida climates)
Deep stains or pet damage that cleaning can't fix
Outdated material that's dragging down the rest of the room

We've helped a lot of Atlantic Beach homeowners make the switch from carpet to LVP—especially in older homes where humidity has done a number on the original floors.

🚧 What to Watch Out For

A few things that can complicate a flooring job:

Subfloor rot or water damage (needs to be addressed before new floors go in)
Old adhesive from previous tile or vinyl that requires grinding
Uneven subfloors that need leveling compound

We always do a proper assessment before we quote so there are no surprise costs once the job starts.

🎯 The Bottom Line

New flooring changes the feel of a home faster than almost any other renovation. Done right, it lasts decades. Done poorly, it's a problem you're living with every day. We take the time to prep correctly, use quality materials built for Florida's climate, and get it done without the back-and-forth you'd expect from a bigger outfit.

👇 Get a Free Flooring Quote in Atlantic Beach

📸 Send us photos of your current floors and the rooms you want updated 📍 We serve Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, and Ponte Vedra 📞 Call or text us for a free, no-pressure estimate

We show up. We communicate. We leave your floors looking exactly how they should.

Maverick Home