The Best Kitchen Remodeling Contractors in Tennessee

Last updated on December 11th, 2024 at 07:00 am

As one of the busiest spaces in a home, kitchens often require the most remodeling. Homeowners are then faced with the challenge of finding a contractor who can expertly work on the specific features of a kitchen, including fixtures, cabinets, and countertops, which often require great care and skill.

To guide homeowners in Tennessee seeking kitchen remodeling services, we created a list of the top 15 kitchen remodeling contractors in the state. The firms were chosen based on merit, expertise, and previous projects. All of these firms are excellent kitchen remodelers, and some of them even offer extra services, such as entire kitchen additions for clients seeking to expand their houses. 

15) Hantel Kitchens and Baths

2914 Berry Hill Dr., Nashville, TN 37204

As its name implies, Hantel Kitchens and Baths specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and has been in the industry since 1979. The firm is family-owned and operated and is comprised of a full-time staff of professionals that assists each client from a project’s conceptualization to its completion. Headquartered in Nashville, the firm boasts of multiple accreditations and certifications and is affiliated with organizations such as the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the National and Middle Tennessee Home Builders Association (HBAMT), and the Green Building Council. The firm also has its very own showroom, wherein clients can get a firsthand glimpse of Hantel’s products, designs, and expertise. 

Hantel’s portfolio showcases an extensive array of projects that features the Contemporary, Traditional, and Transitional building styles. The wooden-themed kitchen shown here demonstrates the firm’s excellent cabinetry skills. 

14) Hartert-Russell

2221 Bransford Ave., Nashville, TN 37204

Established in 1997, Hartert-Russell specializes in high-end remodeling projects and offers a full range of services. The firm prides itself on having its very own state-of-the-art woodworking facility, through which Hartert-Russell has crafted custom millwork, cabinetry, molding, and several other finishes that make the firm’s projects unique. To ensure that high-quality materials are used in each of its kitchens, the firm uses equipment that is worth more than $1.5 million and has established relationships with some of the best architectural and decorative suppliers from all over the world. For its excellent work, Hartert-Russell was honored with an Architectural Historic Preservation Award of Nashville in 2016.

In terms of designs, the firm mostly uses traditional and modern themes, such as in the kitchen featured here. The firm opted for a timeless palette of white with hints of mahogany to emphasize the woodwork. The sophistication of the space is enhanced by the elegant hardwood floors and a classic brick backsplash.  

13) Down Home Renovations

599 Waldron Rd., La Vergne, TN 37086

Down Home Renovations offers entire-house remodeling services and works on both residential and commercial projects. The firm also demonstrates particular expertise for Farmhouse and Colonial-inspired themes. Often, Down Home’s work can be distinguished by the quality of its carpentry and woodwork as well as its vast countertop selection and exquisite cabinetry. One of the firm’s most noteworthy projects is the former home of country music legend Roy Acuff. The firm was honored with the opportunity to renovate Acuff’s Contemporary, barn-inspired home and has since continued to work on several other grand spaces.

The kitchen featured here best embodies the firm’s distinct style. For this kitchen, the firm added a modern touch by using a color palette of white and brown while maintaining Farmhouse elements in the form of a barn door, stools, and granite counters. 

12) Carriage House Custom Homes

811 Blackberry Hill, Franklin, TN 37064

Carriage Homes is a full-service general contractor that offers an extensive list of services but is perhaps best known for its custom homes and luxurious interior work. Its team offers more than 40 years of experience and additional services exclusive to kitchen and bathroom work, such as custom cabinetry and countertops. The firm also has several partnerships with some of the area’s leading suppliers, including RSI, Kohler Vanities, and Medallion. Carriage also offers a one-of-a-kind concierge construction service wherein its team handles every aspect of a remodel—from site selection to design and building. In recognition of its work, the firm was featured in House & Home as one of the magazine’s “Readers Favorites.”

In terms of design, the firm displays a knack for a range of styles—from Modern to European. The work featured here is the firm’s contemporary take on classic French architecture. For this kitchen, the firm used a palette of grey, blue, and yellow, which is reminiscent of traditional French themes, and opted for a chambered ceiling. Carriage also chose a classic pebble hill style for the kitchen’s cabinetry, counters, and kitchen island. 

11) Kitchen Sales 

2500 Hoitt Ave., Knoxville, TN 37917

With more than five decades of experience, Kitchen Sales offers custom cabinetry, tile, and countertop work, in addition to several other full-scale renovation services. It conducts work throughout the Knoxville area and focuses on custom, semi-custom, and spec homes. The firm boasts of having two of its own showrooms, wherein clients may see firsthand the firm’s designs, specialties, and products. Kitchen Sales has been featured in the HBA of Greater Knoxville’s annual home show and was named among the “Best of Knoxville” in 2017.

The firm specializes in a wide array of design styles, and its portfolio showcases a variety of Modern, Transitional, and even European-inspired spaces. For this Transitional kitchen, the firm installed an off-white brick backsplash. To further enhance the room’s modernity, the firm installed a large and sleek island but incorporated several Farmhouse elements through the cabinetry and flooring to achieve a Transitional feel.

10) HGH Construction

179 Hamm Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37405

HGH Construction specializes in design consultation, entire-house renovations, and new home construction services and has been in the industry for more than two decades. Its designs often emphasize the Modern and Transitional styles, and on occasion, the classic Farmhouse style. Established in 1993, the firm is led by its founder John Coffelt—a builder who started his career working in the field of architecture and interior design. He would, later on, work as a project and construction manager and be inspired to establish a firm of his own. Coffelt has led the firm to be featured in Cityscope Magazine, Time Free Press, and Chattanooga Magazine. 

The firm’s work is often distinguished by its marble or granite countertops as well as its unique breakfast nooks and inviting kitchen islands. The firm has also worked on kitchen expansions and breakfast bar installations. 

9) Superior Custom Homes and Remodeling

7105 Moores Ln. Suite #100, Brentwood, TN 37027

Established in 2004, Superior Custom Homes and Remodeling is a full-service custom home builder and remodeler that utilizes a design-build approach. It serves the entire Middle Tennessee area and has worked on hundreds of homes throughout its years in the industry. The firm specializes in Traditional and Craftsman designs but has also built several Colonial and Contemporary homes. Superior offers more than 70 customizable floor plans for each client to choose from, but also takes on projects that require a new floor plan. The firm is affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) prestigious Builder 20 Club—an exclusive group of builders throughout the U.S. dedicated to the improvement of the entire home building process. In this way, Superior not only knows the ins and outs of the building process, but also demonstrates a commitment to improving the industry itself.

The project featured here is one of the firm’s Craftsman-inspired spaces. Here, the firm used a palette of blue and white with accents of gold and brown to give the space a more classic appeal. The firm also opted for unique fixtures and lighting to give the space a modern touch and installed Cape Cod-inspired cabinetry.

8) Botsko Builders

237 Molly Walton Dr., Hendersonville, TN 37075

With more than two decades of experience, Botsko Builders is an award-winning firm led by Mark Botsko—a former director of the HBAMT who has managed more than 200 projects throughout his career. Botsko first got his start in the building industry after college when he landed a sales position in a building materials manufacturing company. He moved to Nashville in 1985 after being promoted to National Accounts Sales Manager. Eventually, Botsko decided to start a general contracting firm of his own with a few of his business associates. This firm became what is now Botsko Builders—the recipient of several Parade of Homes accolades for its interior and outdoor living work.

The firm specializes in European building styles, including Mediterranean, Tuscan, and Tudor. The work featured here is a Farmhouse-themed kitchen, as seen through the cabinetry and emphasis on woodwork. The firm also used cross patterns, which often appear on barn doors. 

7) Building Company No. 7 Contractors

625 Main St. Suite #117, Nashville, TN 37206

Headquartered in Middle Tennessee, Building Company No. 7 is manned by a team of industry veterans and highly skilled craftsmen. Its experience includes historic home remodels and entire-house renovations. In particular, the firm specializes in kitchens, bathrooms, and home additions. Its process not only includes design and construction but also funding and dust control. Prior to drafting a kitchen’s floor plan, the firm’s team establishes a budget and even introduces clients to its trusted financial advisors to set up a loan. As for dust control, the firm emphasizes the need for livable remodeling experiences and makes use of the BuildClean Dust Control System, which controls the airflow of a particular space. For all of these excellent services, Building Company No. 7 has been featured in Qualified Remodeler and Professional Remodeling Magazine, which both named the firm among its annual list of leading companies in the country.

As for its designs, the firm’s portfolio displays several Modern and Transitional spaces. Some of its work has been accentuated with unique and colorful backsplash mosaics, and others feature sleek yet striking countertops and center islands. The project shown here is an example of the firm’s Transitional work, featuring simple paneled cabinetry, hardwood floors, and a large kitchen island. 

6) Tim Disalvo and Company

2640 Faxon Ave., Memphis, TN 38112

Tim Disalvo and Company specializes in new home construction and entire-house renovation and boasts of a successful track record spanning more than three decades. It is led by its namesake Tim Disalvo—a builder with 20 years of experience as a general contractor with a particular specialization for custom homes and renovations. He has worked as a framer and is skilled in master trim carpentry, which manifests itself in the firm’s kitchen remodeling work. The firm has been featured several times in Fix Magazine and is known for its elegant, Craftsman-inspired designs. 

The firm has also worked on several stately, Colonial-inspired kitchens and luxurious Mediterranean spaces complete with chambered ceilings and rustic finishes. The project shown here is an example of the firm’s more simple yet inviting Transitional work. For this kitchen, the firm’s team opted for marble countertops and an off-white brick backsplash. To give the space a dash of color, baby blue was chosen for the kitchen island, and hardwood was used for the floor.

5) Kitchens Unlimited

3550 Summer Ave., Memphis, TN 38122

Founded in 1969, Kitchens Unlimited offers a full range of kitchen and bathroom remodeling services as well as a list of its very own products, which include custom cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and several other fixtures. Although it specializes in kitchen work, the firm can handle any remodel that involves cabinetry and appliances—from bars and entertainment rooms to wine cellars, and most recently, sewing rooms. 

Extending its services throughout the Mid-South, the firm has been featured in Kitchen and Bath Design News, Style Blueprint Memphis, and At Home Memphis Magazine. The firm specializes in a variety of designs, including Modern, Farmhouse, and even manor-inspired kitchens, as seen in the work featured here.

4) David Clark Construction

3169 Professional Plaza Suite #1, Germantown, TN 38138

David Clark Construction has been extending its services throughout the Mid-South since 1942. A trailblazer in the Memphis home building market, the firm is now on its third generation of builders and is considered one of the area’s premier builders. It is the proud recipient of several Vesta Home Show Awards and was even named by the Memphis HBA as its Builder of the Year in 2011. Its current principal and namesake once served as president of the West Tennessee HBA and was named among Professional Remodeler Magazine’s annual “40 Under 40.”

The firm mostly specializes in Mediterranean-inspired spaces, such as the work featured here. For this Tuscan-style kitchen, the firm opted for a palette of brown, gold, green, and grey. To give the space a more modern appeal, the firm made use of unique fixtures and emphasized lines throughout the kitchen. The custom hood ties the entire space together. 

3) The Dave Moore Companies

875 W. Poplar Ave., Suite 23 #312, Collierville, TN  38017

Founded in 1986, the David Moore Companies specializes in high-end custom home build outs and has established a solid reputation for itself throughout its years in business. The firm takes pride in how a large percentage of its clientele comes from referrals and the numerous awards it has won since its inception. These include several awards from the annual Vesta Home Show and features in publications like The Commercial Appeal. The firm is led by its namesake, Dave Moore, who has been proven to be an accomplished builder. Moore has been honored with numerous awards, including First Place for Quality Craftsmanship for Projects over $250k and $450k from Memphis’ local HBA. Further, under Moore’s leadership, the firm has been able to establish strong relationships with several of the area’s best designers and planners.

A quick look into the firm’s portfolio reveals a gallery of Transitional, Victorian, and Modern designs. The Transitional kitchen featured here includes both contemporary and traditional elements in the form of the fixtures, cabinets, and countertops. 

2) Crane Builders

2931 Berry Hill Dr., Nashville, TN 37204

Crane Builders is a residential family business founded in 1987 by David Crane and is currently owned and managed by him and his son-in-law Tyler Leuck. It holds certifications such as a Certified Graduate Remodeler and Green Professional, in addition to Aging-in-Place Specialist. Further, under David and Tyler’s leadership, Crane has also been recognized as a two-time National Remodelers of the Year and seven-time State Remodeler of the Year. The firm is best known for its remodeling work and has worked on more than a thousand projects since its inception.

The firm serves the Middle Tennessee area, primarily Franklin, northern Williamson County, and southern Davidson County, and has been featured in publications such as Southern Living Magazine, Remodeling Magazine, Qualified Remodeler, and Better Homes and Gardens. The firm secured its solid reputation through its European designs, such as its Mediterranean, French, and Tuscan homes, and its specialty construction work, such as its sunrooms, foyers, space utilization, and pet-proofing services.

For the Tuscan kitchen featured here, the firm made use of a rich, earthy palette to further emphasize the Tuscan style and installed a kitchen island that also serves as a bar.

1) The Kingston Group

4705 Alabama Ave., Nashville, TN 37209

Based in Nashville, the Kingston Group is a residential construction and remodeling firm best known for its custom homes, additions, and interior remodels. Its unique, eight-step process includes a software that allows clients to log in and receive updates from the firm’s project manager throughout the entire construction phase. Afterwards, the firm provides a proactive warranty that will last up until eleven months from the completion of the project. The firm is affiliated with several organizations, such as the NAHB and its local HBA, and is a proud Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist. The Kingston Group has also been featured multiple times in several prestigious publications, including Remodeling Magazine and Qualified Remodeler, which named the firm among their annual 550 leading remodeling firms in the country for seven consecutive years. 

The firm specializes in a variety of designs, including Traditional, Colonial, and Farmhouse. For the Traditional kitchen featured here, the firm’s team provided more storage and opted for classic paneled cabinetry. The firm also emphasized its skills in woodwork through the hardwood flooring and kitchen island.