This Meriden rental kitchen hadn't been touched in years. We changed that.
When a local landlord in Meriden, Connecticut needed to turn over a dated rental kitchen into something clean, functional, and tenant-ready, they called Diamond Image LLC.
The scope was significant: full cabinet replacement, new flooring throughout, a complete interior repaint, countertop and backsplash installation, and full appliance hookup, all handled by one crew, start to finish.
Here's how it went.
| Location | Meriden, Connecticut |
| Client type | Landlord / rental property owner |
| Completed | April 2026 |
| Project type | Full kitchen renovation |
Work completed:
Full cabinet replacement (white shaker style with gold and black hardware)
LVP flooring installation throughout kitchen and open living area
Complete interior painting — walls, ceilings, and trim
Countertop installation
Sink and faucet installation
Marble-look tile backsplash
Range hood installation
Appliance installation (refrigerator, range, dishwasher)
Drywall patching and finishing
Hardware and fixture installation
The situation:
Rental kitchens take a beating. After years of tenants, the cabinets were worn, the layout felt tired, and the space wasn't doing the property any favors at showing time.
For a landlord, every week a unit sits vacant costs money. The owner needed a reliable contractor who could handle the full scope of work without requiring constant oversight, someone who would show up, communicate, and get it done right.
That's where Diamond Image came in.
During the renovation:
White shaker upper cabinets going in, gold bar pulls installed.
Cabinet installation was the first major phase. Upper and lower white shaker cabinets were measured, fitted, and secured. The team worked clean and kept the jobsite organized throughout.
LVP flooring installed, appliances in place, final work ongoing.
LVP flooring was installed across the kitchen and the open living area connected to it; creating a consistent look that flows naturally through the main floor.
LVP is one of the most recommended flooring choices for rental properties because it's waterproof, scratch-resistant, and holds up well between tenants. Appliances were moved into position as cabinet and counter work wrapped up.
Appliances, cabinets, and countertops fully protected before painting begins.
Interior painting was handled as its own phase.
Before any paint went up, every surface that wasn't being painted was fully wrapped and masked; appliances, cabinets, countertops, flooring. This is standard practice for the Diamond Image crew and one of the things that keeps finishes looking clean when the plastic comes off.
Diamond Image team painting ceiling and walls throughout the main floor.
Walls, ceilings, and trim were painted throughout the kitchen and adjacent living area. Fresh neutral tones throughout made the space feel larger and significantly more finished.
Range hood installed, marble-look tile backsplash complete, black hardware in place.
On the finished kitchen wall, the team installed a marble-look tile backsplash, fitted the range hood, and completed the installation with matte black hardware, a clean, modern detail that photographs well and holds up in rental use.
The finished kitchen:
White shaker cabinets. Stainless steel appliances. LVP flooring running from the kitchen into the living area. Freshly painted walls throughout. The space went from tired and outdated to clean, functional, and move-in ready.
The landlord had a fully renovated kitchen — and a tenant-ready property — within days of completion.
What this kind of project costs in Connecticut?
A full kitchen renovation for a rental property in New Haven County typically ranges from $8,000 to $25,000+ depending on kitchen size, materials, and scope of work. For context, the 2025 Zonda Cost vs. Value report found that minor kitchen remodels return around 113% nationally — making a well-executed kitchen update one of the strongest investments a landlord can make in a rental property.
This project included multiple trades, carpentry, flooring, painting, plumbing fixtures, and appliance installation; all handled by a single contractor. Working with one crew for the full scope keeps costs predictable, timelines tighter, and communication simple. You're not chasing four different contractors for updates.
For a detailed estimate on your property, contact Diamond Image LLC or call (203) 635-3125.
Why landlords and property owners trust Diamond Image?
Diamond Image LLC is a fully licensed and insured renovation company serving Meriden and throughout New Haven County, Connecticut. We work regularly with landlords, property managers, and homeowners who need reliable contractors, people who show up, communicate clearly, and deliver work that holds up.
We handle everything in-house: demolition, carpentry, flooring, drywall, painting, plumbing fixtures, and appliance installation. You get one point of contact and one crew from start to finish.
5.0 stars on Google. Fully licensed and insured. Serving New Haven County since day one.
Ready to renovate your property?
Whether you're updating a rental kitchen before a new tenant moves in or doing a full renovation on your own home, Diamond Image LLC can help.
Call (203) 635-3125 or request a free quote and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1. How long does a rental kitchen renovation take?
Most rental kitchen renovations take one to three weeks depending on the scope. A full project like this one — cabinets, flooring, painting, countertops, and appliances — typically takes around two weeks when materials are staged and ready.
Q2. Do you work with landlords and property managers in Connecticut?
Yes. We work regularly with landlords and property managers across New Haven County, including Meriden, New Haven, Hamden, Milford, Wallingford, North Haven, and surrounding towns. We understand the priorities of rental property owners: quality work, clear communication, and minimal downtime between tenants.
Q3. Can Diamond Image handle the full renovation scope, or do I need to hire multiple contractors?
We handle everything in-house. Carpentry, flooring, painting, drywall, plumbing fixtures, and appliance installation are all part of what we do. Most landlords and property owners find it significantly easier to work with a single contractor for the full scope rather than coordinating multiple trades.
Q4. Does Diamond Image LLC handle painting as part of a kitchen renovation?
Yes. Interior painting is included as part of our renovation projects when needed. On this Meriden project the team painted walls, ceilings, and trim throughout the kitchen and connected living area as part of the overall renovation scope.
Q5. Is Diamond Image LLC licensed and insured in Connecticut?
Yes. Diamond Image LLC is fully licensed and insured in Connecticut. We carry general liability insurance and are properly registered to work on residential and commercial properties throughout New Haven County.