Kolmo Construction Blog
Seattle-specific cost guides, permit walk-throughs, and project stories from a licensed Washington general contractor. Every post is grounded in current King County labor rates, local supplier pricing, and the SDCI permitting flow our crews actually navigate.
Kolmo’s Smart Cost Estimator: Plan Your Seattle Remodel with Confidence
Plan your remodel with confidence. Kolmo’s smart estimator gives Seattle homeowners real-time costs for kitchens, baths, additions & more. Try it free.
Should You Pay Cash or Finance Your Seattle Remodel? Kolmo's Guide
Deciding cash vs. financing for your Seattle home remodel? Explore pros, cons & local factors. Kolmo.io helps Seattle homeowners plan smarter. Get started.
Precision in Every Step: Why Kolmo Flooring Sets the Standard in Seattle
Kolmo delivers exceptional flooring installation in Seattle. Learn about our precision approach, full-scope service (prep, install, finish), and commitment to quality. Get a clear quote.
Building a Greener Future: Kolmo's Sustainable Home Remodeling in Seattle
See how Kolmo leads sustainable home remodeling in Seattle. Discover green materials, energy-smart designs, and technology-enabled waste reduction—without the stress.
Seattle Interior Painting Cost (2026): $1.01–$2.02/sqft, by Room Type
Current 2026 Seattle interior painting prices — $/sqft for walls only vs. walls + trim + ceiling, painter hourly loaded rate, and the difference between a $1.01 quote and a $2.02 quote on the same job.
Seattle Kitchen Remodel Cost 2026: $18K Refresh to $207K Full Gut
Seattle kitchens run $9.2K–$20.9K cosmetic, $35.8K–$69.2K standard, $59.7K–$108.7K full gut in 2026. Real ranges by size, cabinet grade, SDCI vs. Renton permit fees, and ROI.
How Much Does it Cost to Build an ADU in Seattle? (2026 Guide)
What a Seattle ADU really costs in 2026 — $75.9K–$217.4K attached vs. $199K–$301K+ detached. Full line-item breakdown, soft costs, build timeline, and rental ROI.
Seattle Deck Cost 2026: $/sqft by Material + Permit Trigger Explained
Real 2026 Seattle deck cost ranges per square foot by material (pressure-treated, cedar, composite, ipé), plus when SDCI requires a permit (the 18" rule) and the all-in cost with railing, posts, and inspection.
Seattle Office Tenant Improvement Cost (2026): $50–$150/sq ft, by Scope
Typical 2026 Seattle office tenant improvement costs: $50-$150/sq ft standard, $150-$250+ for full-gut or high-spec. Scope table, what moves the number, permit path and review timelines by city.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost in Seattle (2026): $6K Swap to $40K Full Gut
A tub-to-shower conversion in Seattle runs $6,000–$8,150 on its own, $12,600–$17,000 inside a standard remodel, $29,300–$39,700 as a full gut with a walk-in shower. 2026 line items, unit prices and permits.
Seattle Building Permit Fees 2026: How SDCI Calculates Them, With Worked Examples
How Seattle permit fees work in 2026: the SDCI Development Fee Index table, STFI (40%) vs full plan review (100%), the 5% tech fee and $6.50 state surcharge — priced for 13 valuations from $5K to $400K.
Kitchen Cabinet Cost in Seattle (2026): Reface $6K to Custom $34.5K, Installed
Installed 2026 Seattle cabinet prices from Kolmo's estimator: reface $6,000, prefab $7,500, semi-custom $19,900, custom $34,500 — and what the same 150 sq ft kitchen costs with each. Line items and permits.