Originally Posted By: DWallach
We went through a major kitchen remodel two years ago. I'll agree with the general sentiment that the $28K quote isn't crazy. Electricians, in particular, charge thoroughly insane amounts of money to do very simple things. Plumbers come in second in the insanity department. You could well save some money doing some or all of this yourself.


If you do your own electrical work and you do it wrong or against code and there is a fire then insurance won't cover you. Keep that in mind if you are trying to save on that particular expense...