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Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners across Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County remodel kitchens that feel better, function better, and fit the way the home is actually used. Whether your kitchen feels cramped, outdated, dark, closed off, poorly organized, or disconnected from the rest of the home, we can help you plan a remodel that improves both the look and the function of the space.
Founded in 1980 by Scott Cleverly and now owned and operated by his son, Shannon Cleverly, Cedar Grove Construction brings over 40 years of experience in home building, remodeling, renovations, and restorations throughout Utah County and Salt Lake County.
From cabinet updates and countertops to layout changes, islands, lighting, flooring, tile, appliance planning, pantry improvements, and larger kitchen renovations, our team helps you turn one of the most important rooms in the home into a space your family can enjoy every day.
The kitchen is more than a place to cook. It is where mornings start, meals come together, kids gather after school, guests end up during holidays, and families spend some of their most important time together.
When the kitchen does not work, the whole home feels less functional.
Maybe there is not enough counter space. Maybe the cabinets are dated or poorly organized. Maybe the island is too small or missing completely. Maybe the lighting is weak. Maybe the kitchen is closed off from the living area. Maybe the layout creates bottlenecks every time more than one person is in the room. Or maybe the finishes simply no longer match the quality or style of the rest of the home.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners remodel kitchens with a focus on real-life use. We look at how your family cooks, gathers, stores, moves, entertains, and uses the surrounding rooms. The goal is not just a kitchen that photographs well. The goal is a kitchen that works better every day.
A kitchen remodel touches nearly every part of the home. It can involve cabinets, counters, flooring, tile, lighting, electrical work, plumbing, appliances, ventilation, walls, trim, paint, storage, layout, and transitions into nearby rooms.
Cedar Grove Construction was founded in 1980 by Scott Cleverly and is now owned and operated by Shannon Cleverly. As a family-owned and operated business, Cedar Grove has spent more than 40 years helping homeowners with home building, remodeling, renovations, restorations, kitchen updates, full-home improvements, and major residential projects throughout Utah County and Salt Lake County.
That experience matters in a kitchen remodel. The kitchen has to be beautiful, but it also has to function. The layout needs to make sense. The storage needs to work. The finishes need to hold up. The project needs to be coordinated carefully, especially when the family is still living in the home.
Cedar Grove Construction is built around honesty, detail, care, and lasting results.
Some homeowners know exactly what they want: new cabinets, new counters, a bigger island, better lighting, or a full kitchen redesign. Others know the kitchen is not working, but they are not sure whether the solution is cosmetic, functional, structural, or part of a larger remodel.
A dated kitchen may only need better cabinets, countertops, tile, lighting, and flooring. A cramped kitchen may need a layout change, island redesign, wall opening, or better connection to the dining and living areas. A kitchen with poor storage may need pantry improvements, cabinet reconfiguration, built-ins, or a better use of corners and vertical space. A kitchen that feels disconnected may need to be planned as part of a main-floor remodel.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through the real problem before the work begins. The goal is to build the right kitchen remodel, not just replace materials.
Not every kitchen remodel needs the same scope. One of the most important early decisions is understanding the level of change your kitchen actually needs.
A kitchen update may focus on cabinets, countertops, backsplash, fixtures, lighting, hardware, paint, or flooring while keeping the general layout intact. This can be a good fit when the kitchen functions reasonably well but feels dated or worn.
A full kitchen remodel usually involves a more complete transformation. This may include new cabinets, counters, flooring, lighting, appliances, tile, sink, faucet, paint, trim, and improved storage. The layout may stay similar, but the kitchen receives a much more complete update.
A kitchen reconfiguration goes deeper. This may involve changing the island, moving appliances, reworking cabinet placement, opening walls, changing walkways, improving the connection to dining or living areas, or updating plumbing and electrical locations.
A kitchen expansion may add square footage or connect to a larger home addition or main-floor remodel. This can create a larger cooking area, more storage, a better dining connection, a bigger island, or a kitchen that finally fits the size and value of the home.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners choose the right level of remodel based on the home, budget, goals, layout, and long-term use.
A kitchen remodel involves many connected decisions. Cabinets, countertops, tile, flooring, fixtures, hardware, lighting, appliances, paint, trim, and layout all need to work together.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through these selections in the right order so the design, budget, and construction plan stay aligned. The goal is not to overwhelm you with options. The goal is to help you make clear decisions that fit your home, your daily use, and the level of finish you want.
Material selections affect more than appearance. Cabinet layout affects storage. Countertop choice affects durability and maintenance. Flooring affects transitions into nearby rooms. Lighting affects how the kitchen feels every morning and evening. Hardware, fixtures, tile, and paint affect the final character of the room.
A good kitchen remodel should feel coordinated, not pieced together.
A successful kitchen remodel starts before demolition.
The planning stage should define what is changing, what is staying, what problems the remodel needs to solve, and what level of finish makes sense for the home. This may include layout direction, cabinet design, countertop selection, island size, appliance placement, lighting, flooring, tile, plumbing, electrical work, ventilation, trim, paint, and surrounding-room transitions.
Some kitchen remodels are mostly finish updates. Others involve wall changes, structural review, utility changes, permit requirements, or coordination with a larger home renovation. Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners understand the scope early so the remodel is not built around assumptions.
A clear plan helps avoid common kitchen remodel problems, including unclear budgets, awkward layouts, poor lighting, limited storage, material delays, mismatched finishes, and changes that could have been addressed earlier.
Not every kitchen update requires the same level of permitting, but kitchen remodels often involve work that should be reviewed carefully.
Projects that include structural changes, wall removal, electrical upgrades, plumbing relocation, gas line changes, ventilation changes, or major layout changes may require permits, inspections, or additional planning. Requirements vary by city and project scope.
Important kitchen planning details may include:
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through these requirements early so the kitchen remodel is planned correctly and built with long-term function in mind.
Every kitchen remodel is different. Some projects are focused on updated finishes, while others involve layout changes, structural work, plumbing, electrical upgrades, new cabinets, appliance relocation, or a broader main-floor renovation.
A good kitchen starts with a layout that makes sense. The placement of the sink, range, refrigerator, island, pantry, walkways, cabinets, and dining connection affects how the kitchen works every day.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners improve kitchen layouts for better flow, less crowding, stronger storage, better appliance access, and easier connection to surrounding rooms.
Cabinets shape the look and function of the kitchen. If they are outdated, worn, poorly arranged, or lacking usable storage, the whole kitchen can feel frustrating.
Kitchen cabinet upgrades may include new cabinets, better drawer storage, pantry cabinets, island storage, pull-outs, soft-close hardware, trash pull-outs, appliance garages, deeper drawers, and improved organization. The right cabinet plan can make the kitchen feel larger and much easier to use.
Counter space affects cooking, serving, gathering, homework, entertaining, and everyday use. Many homeowners remodel because the kitchen simply does not have enough practical work space.
Cedar Grove Construction helps plan countertops and islands around the way the kitchen is used. That may include a larger island, better prep zones, seating, storage, outlet placement, appliance clearances, and materials that fit the style and durability needs of the home.
Lighting can completely change how a kitchen feels. A strong kitchen lighting plan may include recessed lighting, pendant lights, under-cabinet lighting, task lighting, accent lighting, and better switch placement.
Electrical planning also matters for outlets, appliances, islands, lighting controls, charging areas, and future flexibility. Good electrical planning helps the kitchen function more naturally once the remodel is complete.
Tile, backsplash design, hardware, fixtures, paint, trim, and finish details help define the final look of the kitchen. These choices should support the overall style of the home while still being durable and easy to live with.
Cedar Grove Construction brings remodeling experience and detail-focused craftsmanship to the visible finish work that homeowners see and use every day.
Kitchen flooring has to handle traffic, spills, pets, kids, chairs, and everyday use. It also needs to transition well into nearby rooms.
In many homes, a kitchen remodel affects more than the kitchen itself. Flooring may connect into the dining room, family room, hallway, entry, or main living area. Cedar Grove Construction helps plan those transitions so the remodel feels connected instead of patched together.
Some kitchen remodels keep appliances and plumbing in the same locations. Others involve moving the sink, changing the range location, adding a larger refrigerator, improving ventilation, or reworking appliance flow.
These changes can affect plumbing, electrical, gas, venting, cabinets, counters, flooring, and permitting. Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through these details before the project begins.
Sometimes the kitchen is only one part of a larger project. A kitchen remodel may connect to a dining room update, family room remodel, home addition, wall removal, flooring replacement, entry update, or whole-home renovation.
As a general contractor, Cedar Grove Construction can help coordinate kitchen remodeling as part of a broader improvement plan so the finished result feels cohesive.
Kitchen remodeling costs can vary widely because the scope can range from a finish update to a full layout transformation.
A cabinet and countertop update will not be priced the same as a kitchen remodel that includes wall removal, appliance relocation, custom cabinets, upgraded lighting, new flooring, plumbing changes, tile work, and finish upgrades throughout the main floor.
Common cost factors include:
The best way to understand cost is to define the goal, review the existing kitchen, identify what needs to move or change, and build a scope around the actual project.
Founded in 1980, Cedar Grove Construction has served homeowners in Utah County and Salt Lake County for over 40 years. That long history includes home building, remodeling, renovations, restorations, kitchen updates, full-home improvements, and major residential projects.
Cedar Grove Construction was founded by Scott Cleverly and is now owned and operated by his son, Shannon Cleverly. The company carries forward a family standard of honesty, detail, care, and lasting results.
Cedar Grove Construction keeps homeowners informed throughout the kitchen remodeling process with consistent updates, clear timelines, and straightforward expectations, helping the project stay organized and stress‑free.
Kitchen remodeling often involves multiple trades and project phases. Cedar Grove Construction coordinates the work so cabinets, counters, plumbing, electrical, lighting, flooring, tile, trim, paint, and surrounding-room transitions are handled as one complete project.
A kitchen should be beautiful, but it also needs to work. Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through storage, movement, appliance placement, island function, lighting, and the connection to nearby rooms.
Kitchen remodeling can disrupt daily life. Cedar Grove Construction focuses on clear communication, realistic expectations, respectful work practices, and a smoother process for homeowners living through the remodel.
Kitchen remodeling timelines depend on the size of the project, design decisions, material selections, cabinet lead times, countertop fabrication, plumbing and electrical work, inspections, flooring, tile, and whether the remodel is part of a larger renovation.
A smaller kitchen update may move more quickly than a full layout change or main-floor remodel. Projects with custom cabinetry, structural changes, appliance relocation, or extensive finish work usually require more planning and coordination.
During the consultation and planning process, Cedar Grove Construction can review the kitchen and help set a more realistic timeline based on the actual scope.
Kitchen remodeling can be one of the most disruptive projects because it affects cooking, cleaning, storage, access, and daily routines.
Cedar Grove Construction understands that many homeowners continue living in the home during the remodel. That is why communication, scheduling, cleanliness, access, and realistic expectations matter so much.
Before construction begins, we help homeowners understand what parts of the kitchen may be unavailable, how the work area will be managed, and what decisions need to be made before the project moves forward. During the remodel, we work efficiently and respectfully, paying attention to the disruption that comes with remodeling one of the most important rooms in the house.
A kitchen remodel is not just about the final reveal. The process matters too.
The kitchen should allow people to cook, clean, gather, move, and access appliances without constant bottlenecks. Walkways, island placement, cabinet doors, appliance doors, and seating all affect daily function.
A beautiful kitchen can still be frustrating if it does not store what the family actually uses. Cabinet layout, drawers, pantry space, island storage, vertical storage, and organization features all matter.
Good lighting helps the kitchen feel larger, brighter, and easier to use. Task lighting, general lighting, island lighting, and under-cabinet lighting should work together.
Kitchens take daily wear. Countertops, flooring, cabinets, hardware, fixtures, paint, and tile should be selected with both appearance and durability in mind.
Many kitchens connect directly to dining rooms, family rooms, entries, hallways, and outdoor living areas. Flooring, trim, paint, lighting, and layout transitions should make the remodel feel like part of the home.
The best kitchen remodel is not always the biggest or most expensive one. It is the one that solves the right problems, fits the home, and supports the way the family lives.
We start by learning what is not working in the current kitchen and what you want the remodel to accomplish. This may include better storage, a larger island, more counter space, improved lighting, updated finishes, wall changes, or better connection to nearby rooms.
Next, we review the existing kitchen, including layout, cabinets, appliances, plumbing, electrical, lighting, flooring, walls, windows, ventilation, and transitions to surrounding areas.
Once the goals and existing conditions are understood, we help shape the project scope. This is where decisions about layout, cabinets, counters, island size, appliance placement, lighting, flooring, tile, plumbing, electrical work, and finish level become clearer.
After the scope is better defined, Cedar Grove Construction provides an estimate based on the planned work. Material choices, cabinet direction, countertop selections, fixtures, lighting, flooring, and tile should be coordinated before construction begins whenever possible.
Construction may include demolition, framing or wall changes, plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, cabinet installation, countertops, tile, lighting, appliances, trim, paint, and finish work.
Many kitchen remodels happen while the family is still living in the home. Cedar Grove Construction works efficiently and respectfully, paying attention to communication, access, scheduling, cleanliness, safety, and the daily disruption that comes with remodeling one of the most important rooms in the house.
At completion, we review the finished kitchen, address final details, and make sure the space is ready for daily use.
Cedar Grove Construction remodels kitchens throughout Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County.
In newer-growth areas like Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Herriman, and South Jordan, many kitchen remodels focus on making builder-grade layouts feel more custom, adding storage, improving islands, upgrading finishes, opening gathering areas, and making the kitchen work better for growing families.
In established and higher-finish areas like Draper, Sandy, Alpine, Highland, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Midvale, and Cottonwood Heights, kitchen projects may involve larger layout changes, higher-end finishes, main-floor remodels, kitchen expansions, better indoor-outdoor connections, and improvements that help the home feel more current without leaving a desirable neighborhood.
Whether the project is a focused kitchen update or part of a larger renovation, the remodel should fit the home, the property, and the way the kitchen will be used every day.
Scott and his team have been fantastic to work with! They have been responsive and doing great work as we have been renovating our home. Would absolutely recommend them for any work you have.
A kitchen remodel may connect to other improvements throughout the home. Cedar Grove Construction can also help with:
Often the kitchen is part of a larger renovation.
Occasionally the kitchen needs more square footage or a larger dining/gathering area
Often the home needs multiple interior updates
Occasionally the household needs more usable living space
Occasionally the property needs flexible secondary space
Occasionally the kitchen connects to a deck, patio, pergola, or backyard gathering area
Cedar Grove Construction remodels kitchens throughout Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County.
Our kitchen remodeling service area includes Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Alpine, Highland, Cedar Hills, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Draper, Bluffdale, Herriman, Riverton, South Jordan, Sandy, Midvale, Cottonwood Heights, and nearby communities.
Instead of trying to serve every part of Utah, Cedar Grove Construction focuses on the communities where we can provide responsive service, careful planning, and dependable construction for homeowners who want their project done right.
Take a look at recent kitchen remodeling projects completed by Cedar Grove Construction to see the quality, craftsmanship, and design detail we bring to every home.
Cedar Grove Construction handles kitchen updates, full kitchen remodels, layout improvements, cabinet replacement, countertop installation, island redesign, lighting upgrades, backsplash and tile work, flooring replacement, appliance planning, and kitchen remodels that are part of larger home renovations.
The timeline depends on the size and complexity of the project. A simple basement finish may take less time than a basement with multiple bedrooms, a bathroom, custom entertainment space, wet bar, upgraded finishes, or significant mechanical changes. Permits, inspections, material selections, and change orders can also affect the schedule.
The timeline depends on the size and complexity of the remodel, material selections, cabinet lead times, countertop fabrication, plumbing and electrical work, inspections, flooring, tile, and finish details. A focused update may move faster than a full layout change or main-floor remodel.
Some kitchen updates may not require the same level of permitting as larger remodels, but projects involving structural changes, wall removal, electrical upgrades, plumbing relocation, gas line changes, ventilation changes, or major layout changes may require permits or inspections. Requirements vary by city and project scope.
Yes. Cedar Grove Construction can help with kitchen layout changes, including island redesign, appliance relocation, wall changes, cabinet reconfiguration, pantry improvements, and better connection to dining or living areas where the home and project scope allow.
A kitchen update may focus on finishes like cabinets, counters, lighting, backsplash, hardware, paint, or flooring while keeping the layout mostly the same. A full kitchen remodel usually involves more complete changes to cabinets, layout, lighting, appliances, flooring, storage, and the overall function of the space.
In many cases, yes. Kitchen remodeling can be disruptive because it affects cooking, cleaning, access, and daily routines. Cedar Grove Construction works efficiently and respectfully in occupied homes to help make the process as smooth and manageable as possible.
Yes. Many kitchen remodels are completed as part of a larger renovation involving flooring, dining areas, family rooms, bathrooms, additions, or whole-home remodeling. Cedar Grove Construction can coordinate the kitchen as part of a broader home improvement plan.
Cedar Grove Construction remodels kitchens throughout Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County, including Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Alpine, Highland, Cedar Hills, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Draper, Bluffdale, Herriman, Riverton, South Jordan, Sandy, Midvale, Cottonwood Heights, and nearby communities.
Your kitchen should make your home easier to live in every day. Whether you want updated cabinets, new countertops, better lighting, more storage, a larger island, improved flow, new flooring, tile, appliance changes, or a complete kitchen transformation, Cedar Grove Construction can help you understand the next step.
Tell us what is not working in your kitchen now. We will help you think through the project and decide the best path forward.
