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Charge for recessed cabinet pull

6 years ago

My cabinet maker is charging $150 to install kitchen cabinet pulls.

In places where we couldn't use a regular pull, we ended up using recessed cabinet pull per the cabinet maker's recommendation. This stays flush with the cabinet face. Here's the product:

https://www.amazon.com/HOMOTEK-Rectangular-Recessed-Sliding-Stainless/dp/B082DCH3B9

After the project has been completed, he is asking for $50 per recessed cabinet pull for labor charges and says this is not covered by the $150 per our original discussion.

I understand that this install requires more time. My question is, is $50 labor cost per recessed pull a fair charge? Location is Northern California.

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Brian Gannon
6 years ago
Yes one you simply drill a hole or two and screw on the knob or handle. What you chose requires the panel to be routed out to allow it to sit flush. Thats reasonable.
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6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
you said it's $50 per handle? I'm no pro, but I know that recessed cabinet pulls are not easy to install. you have to saw a large hole that's a precise shape and size. they also have to be extra careful to not damage the surface of the cabinet (which could splinter during the process). way harder than drilling small holes for screws.
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