Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Experts in Portsmouth, VA
Kitchen Emporium has been Virginia's trusted and certified kitchen and bath renovation specialist since 1988. With over 30 years of experience serving the greater Hampton Roads area, we combine deep industry expertise with personalized service to deliver exceptional results. Our team specializes in semi-custom to fully custom cabinetry, backed by a 1700 sq. ft. showroom showcasing American-made products. As a Class A Virginia contractor, we offer turn-key solutions or DIY support, ensuring every project meets exacting standards.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our two-year labor warranty and partnerships with skilled subcontractors. With decades of combined design experience and advanced 20/20 CAD technology, we transform spaces while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process. Our reputation for reliability, competitive pricing, and client-centric approach has earned us 84 five-star Google reviews.
Services
Kitchen Design
Cabinetry
Countertops
Hardware
Plumbing
Appliances
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Established 1988 with 30+ years of local experience
- Turn-key remodeling or DIY cabinetry options available
- Competitive pricing matching big-box stores
- 1700 sq. ft. showroom with American-made products
- Two-year labor warranty on all installations
Associations and certifications
- Class A Contractor (Virginia)
What people say
Top-notch professionals
Painless process
Exceeded expectations
Skilled subcontractors
Accurate estimates
Services
Kitchen Design
Our certified kitchen designers use 20/20 CAD technology to create customized layouts for traditional or contemporary spaces. With over 50 years of combined experience, we offer perspective views to visualize changes like appliance placement or island sizing. We specialize in functional designs that maximize storage and workflow efficiency while maintaining aesthetic appeal through material selection and spatial organization.
Custom Cabinetry
We offer semi-custom and fully custom cabinetry from Omega, Dynasty, Shiloh, and Koch lines. Our selection includes face frame and European-style construction with wood or laminate options. All drawers feature soft-close mechanisms and premium materials. Installation services ensure precise fitting with options for DIY purchases through our 1700 sq. ft. showroom inventory.
Countertop Installation
We provide natural stone, engineered quartz, solid surface, and wood countertop options with professional installation. Our experts help select materials based on durability and aesthetics, offering comparisons of heat resistance, maintenance needs, and cost considerations. We handle template creation and precise cutting for seamless integration with cabinetry.
Turn-Key Remodeling
As Class A contractors, we manage complete kitchen and bath renovations from start to finish. This includes coordinating electrical, plumbing, and demolition work with trusted subcontractors. We handle permit acquisition, scheduling, and quality control while implementing dust containment measures and daily cleanup protocols to minimize home disruption.
Hardware Selection
We offer comprehensive hardware selection assistance for knobs, pulls, and specialty handles. Our experts guide clients through finish options and functional considerations while ensuring coordination with overall design elements. We help match hardware styles to cabinet designs while maintaining cohesive aesthetic themes throughout the space.
People
Dennis Wieckert
Lead Designer
With over 30 years in kitchen design, Dennis specializes in creating functional spaces while maintaining budget constraints. He coordinates full remodels and offers DIY guidance, known for accurate estimates and timely execution.
Rob
Project Manager
Rob oversees project timelines and subcontractor coordination, ensuring seamless renovations. With extensive experience in both kitchen and bathroom projects, he maintains proactive communication and quality control throughout the process.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire Hampton Roads area including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, and Williamsburg.
Do you offer both full-service and DIY options?
Yes, we provide complete turn-key remodeling services or supply materials for DIY projects, including cabinetry and countertops with optional installation support.
What warranties do you offer?
We provide a two-year warranty on all labor against workmanship defects. Manufacturer warranties apply to cabinetry and materials purchased through us.
Are you a licensed contractor?
Yes, we are a registered Class A contractor in Virginia with full licensing for interior remodeling projects.
How long does a typical kitchen remodel take?
Most complete kitchen remodels take 3-4 weeks, with countertop replacements typically completed in 3 days when no additional work is required.
Can I see examples of your work?
We maintain an extensive portfolio of completed projects and have 84 five-star Google reviews featuring detailed customer experiences with our work.
Reviews (4)
Mo E.
Dec 15, 2021
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We are extremely satisfied with our kitchen renovation completed by the Kitchen Emporium. Dennis was very receptive to both the specifics and general concepts we wanted incorporated into the finished product. His years of experience was evident when it came to his suggestions of things to consider. We were also was very pleased with the quality of work put forth by each of the different trades involved with the actual demolition and installation.
These contractors were skilled, friendly and took pride in their work. Dennis made frequent visits to the job site and the work progress flowed very well. Our final bill was LESS than the signed estimate when the amount of work required was less than anticipated. I've dealt with a lot of contractors over the years and have NEVER had a bill less than the estimate. If you would like to speak with us about our experience or even to look at our kitchen, feel free to reach out to Dennis and he'll put us in contact. Having contractors tear into your home is not often a pleasant experience. We only hope your renovation goes as smoothly as ours did.
These contractors were skilled, friendly and took pride in their work. Dennis made frequent visits to the job site and the work progress flowed very well. Our final bill was LESS than the signed estimate when the amount of work required was less than anticipated. I've dealt with a lot of contractors over the years and have NEVER had a bill less than the estimate. If you would like to speak with us about our experience or even to look at our kitchen, feel free to reach out to Dennis and he'll put us in contact. Having contractors tear into your home is not often a pleasant experience. We only hope your renovation goes as smoothly as ours did.
Robin M.
Jun 08, 2020
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Spectacular remodel! I have had the best kitchen remodel in both design and execution. Every aspect of the kitchen remodel went well from Dennis the lead designer and shout out to Shelby; to a great craftsman Brennan who installed the Huge beam in the ceiling that allowed us to remove a large column in the middle of the old kitchen along with various other jobs, to Bo and Tim the best cabinet installers who went above and beyond and handled my high end cabinets with loving care, to Chris the fast, professional, and great tile installer, to Zack a very hard working, neat, knowledgeable hardwood floor installer with great wood working skills.
This does not include the other wonderful tradesmen from the electricians and Billy the best plumber. Each and everyone was professional, hardworking, quality, and went above and beyond especially when the Covid hit since we had just started. I would recommend anyone thinking, planning, or ready to do a kitchen remodel to call them. I had a well planned, wonderful experience from being to end! Thank you guys again, Robin This Kitchen Emporium is in Portsmouth Virginia I believe they do the whole Tidewater area.
This does not include the other wonderful tradesmen from the electricians and Billy the best plumber. Each and everyone was professional, hardworking, quality, and went above and beyond especially when the Covid hit since we had just started. I would recommend anyone thinking, planning, or ready to do a kitchen remodel to call them. I had a well planned, wonderful experience from being to end! Thank you guys again, Robin This Kitchen Emporium is in Portsmouth Virginia I believe they do the whole Tidewater area.
Gary R.
Apr 20, 2020
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We choose contractors with great "A+" ratings on Angie's List because they have always done great work. Dennis and his team from Kitchen Emporium are no exception. They have just finished a complete redesign and installation of our kitchen and it is beautiful. We had several design features of our own that we wanted incorporated and Dennis made that happen. From tear out to electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring and installation teams they were professional in every way. As Dennis said, his team makes him look good. If you want or need a kitchen remodel, we highly recommend Kitchen Emporium in Portsmouth Va.
Nicole F.
Sep 19, 2019
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While we didn't end up going through Kitchen Emporium, I have to give five stars to Dennis and his team and kitchen emporium! He was so friendly and knowledgeable and help us shape our decision in countertops! Thank you Dennis for your professionalism! Cute shop in Portsmouth, come check these guys out!