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Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling in McLean, VA
Served from our Fairfax showroom on Main Street. We handle every Fairfax County permit and inspection and keep every material in our warehouse before demolition.
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Local facts
McLean permits, historic district and local homes
County permits, the Langley Fork historic district, home values, the local market, the showroom that serves McLean and where old cabinets can go, each with its source.
Permits
Fairfax County, through PLUS
McLean is not an incorporated town, so there is no town approval on top: Fairfax County Land Development Services issues the building and trade permits.
PLUS portalChecked Oct 24, 2026Historic district
Langley Fork
A county historic overlay district where Georgetown Pike meets Chain Bridge Road. The county's district study lists the Langley Ordinary, the Langley Toll House and Hickory Hill among its historic buildings.
County district documentChecked Oct 24, 2026Homes
86.1% owner-occupied
Median owner home value $1,412,700 in the McLean census area (American Community Survey, 2020 to 2024).
Census QuickFactsChecked Oct 24, 2026Market
22101 led the Mid-Atlantic
In the second quarter of 2026, 76 of 144 home sales in McLean's 22101 ZIP were above the $1.9 million luxury line (FFXnow, August 3, 2026).
FFXnowChecked Oct 24, 2026Your showroom
Fairfax, about 9 miles
9970 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031. Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. About 20 to 55 minutes by car on a weekday, depending on traffic (Google Maps). Prefer another showroom? Meet your designer at any of our three.
DirectionsChecked Oct 25, 2026Old cabinets
ReStores in Alexandria and Chantilly
Habitat DC-NOVA's two ReStores take complete cabinet sets with doors, with free pickup for large donations.
ReStore locationsChecked Oct 24, 2026Our work in McLean
Two McLean projects: an open walnut kitchen and a curbless primary bath
In Fairfax County, the plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits for a remodel are filed as "child" permits of the residential alteration (building) permit. County alteration permit page On the McLean kitchen, the county issued the building permit for the kitchen remodel and the removal of the load-bearing walls about 4 weeks after we applied. Your designer plans every room together, and your project manager runs the build from demolition to the final walkthrough.
Kitchens in McLean
Kitchen remodeling in McLean: what needs a Fairfax County permit
Fairfax County draws the line clearly. A kitchen renovation needs a permit; replacing only the cabinets and countertops does not. A new or moved sink needs a plumbing permit, new lights, outlets or a wall oven need an electrical permit, and a range hood with new ductwork needs a mechanical permit. Fairfax County: does my project need a permit?
The difference matters as soon as a plan goes past a cabinet swap: moving the island, adding a ducted hood or opening a wall to the family room all bring permits. In April 2026 the county cut its residential Fast Track review from 5 business days to 1 for non-complex projects, including minor interior alterations; whether a kitchen qualifies is the county's call. Fast Track notice
Cost: in our sold jobs, a cabinets, counters and backsplash refresh starts at about $20,000, and most full kitchen remodels in the same layout fall between $32,000 and $60,000+. Size, layout changes and your selections set the price, and there is no ceiling; we have built kitchens past $200,000. A range is a starting point, not a quote.
Kitchen remodeling across Northern Virginia → · Kitchen remodeling cost guide →
Bathrooms in McLean
Bathroom remodeling in McLean: plumbing permits and timing
The county treats a bathroom remodel like a kitchen: the remodel needs a permit, but a new vanity, tile or flooring on its own does not. The moment a sink, tub, shower or toilet moves, or a new one is added, a plumbing permit joins the job. In a tub-to-shower conversion, the permit question usually comes down to whether the drain moves; we answer it on the first visit.
Cost and timing: most of our bathrooms fall between $20,000 and $60,000+. A bath that keeps its layout takes 3 to 4 weeks of construction; a primary suite with layout changes takes 4 to 8 weeks, after 2 to 6 weeks of design. Permits add time. Typical, not a promise.
Bathroom remodeling across Northern Virginia → · Bathroom remodeling cost guide →
More we build in McLean
Showers, basements, closets and additions
Showers
Walk-in, curbless and tub-to-shower conversions with frameless glass and niches. The glass is drawn by our partner and approved by you before it is cut. Shower remodeling cost →
Basements
Family rooms, wet bars, bathrooms and egress windows, permitted and inspected. A basement bath brings the same Fairfax County plumbing permit as any new bathroom. Basement remodeling cost →
Custom closets and pantries
Walk-in closets, pantries and built-in storage, made to the inch, like the walk-in pantry hidden in the cabinet wall of our McLean walnut kitchen.
Home additions
An addition is exterior work, so inside the Langley Fork district it goes to the county's Architectural Review Board as well as the permit office. Historic district FAQ
Permits and approvals
Permits, HOAs and the Langley Fork district in McLean
Fairfax County permits
- Applications go through the county's PLUS portal; the county's permit line is 703-222-0801. County permit page
- Building and site fees rose another 5% for applications filed on or after July 1, 2026. County fee notice
- We handle the whole permit process: the building permit, the trade permits, the scope, the county fees and every inspection. You never deal with the county.
Langley Fork Historic Overlay District
The county's Architectural Review Board reviews exterior work that needs a building permit in its historic overlay districts. Langley Fork is around the junction of Georgetown Pike and Chain Bridge Road. District document
HOAs and condos
Rules vary by subdivision and condo building. On most jobs, our own truck drops a 14-foot container on demo day and takes it away as soon as demolition is done, so no debris sits in front of your garage for the association to write you about. Some homes have no room for a container, a road that can't take one, or condo rules that don't allow it. There, demolition debris goes into a dedicated, covered area during the day, and a dump truck hauls all of it away at the end of each day, so nothing stays overnight.
Ask Sena about your McLean permit →Your old kitchen
Where your old McLean kitchen can go
- Habitat DC-NOVA's ReStores: Alexandria (869 South Pickett Street) and Chantilly (4311 Walney Road), donations Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. They take wood cabinets as a complete set with doors, appliances under 10 years old (dishwashers 5 years or newer, no wall ovens) and new tile in its original boxes (at least 2 boxes). Alexandria takes no countertops; Chantilly takes Corian, granite and Silestone by drop-off. Free pickup for large donations, usually 2 to 3 weeks out. What ReStores accept
- County pickup: Fairfax County's special pickup is only for county collection customers and takes no construction debris. Special pickup rules
- Landfill: the county trucks home-renovation debris to a landfill in King George County, and the Furnace Road entrance to the I-95 complex closed for good on October 10, 2026. County disposal notice
- Donating your cabinets to a ReStore: our crews can take your old cabinets out and set them aside for a ReStore pickup, but it takes planning. Tell your project manager at the final measurement, because once demolition starts the cabinets need a place to wait, such as a garage, a basement or another dry room. If the ReStore comes two weeks after demo, they wait two weeks. Outside, they sit in the rain, and your HOA and neighbors will see them. You book the pickup with the ReStore yourself; we don't schedule it.
- Our container: everything else from demolition goes into our own 14-foot container, removed as soon as demolition is done. Where a container won't fit, debris is hauled away at the end of each day.
Plan it before demo: ReStore pickups are usually booked 2 to 3 weeks out, so call the ReStore as soon as your start date is set and ask for a date close to demo day. Then tell your project manager at the final measurement which cabinets go and where they will wait.
Check any contractor
Before you hire anyone in McLean
Fairfax County's own advice: a Virginia contractor license is required for jobs of $1,000 or more, and be wary of a contractor who wants the permit pulled in your name. County: hiring a contractor
Our Virginia license is DPOR Class A #2705163164. Look it up on DPOR and search 2705163164. DPOR: hiring a contractor Our guide to choosing a remodeling contractor →
How we work
A McLean remodel in 3 phases
Sena, our sales director, stays your executive contact from the first call to the final walkthrough.
Phase 1
Plan and design
Leads: Sena, then your designer- First call with Sena, our sales director
- Free in-home consultation and measurements
- 3D design on the showroom screen; change it until it is yours
- Material selections and your proposal
- Contract, then the hand-off meeting: final measurement with your designer and project manager
Phase 2
Order and permits
Leads: Our operations manager and permit department- Every material ordered and received in our warehouse
- We handle every permit and inspection
- Start date set by your designer, project manager, operations manager and Sena
- Your job-start email and preparation checklist
Phase 3
Build
Leads: Your project manager and lead technician- Demo day: our container arrives, the permit goes on the door
- Inspections scheduled by our team; we meet the inspector
- Countertop and glass partners measure; you approve their drawings
- Final walkthrough with your project manager; two-year warranty starts
Reviews
Reviews from McLean homeowners
Two McLean homeowners, in their own words: one review from Google and one from Houzz.
★★★★★★★★★★“I just experienced a master bathroom remodel by Fairfax Kitchen and Bath in my McLean, VA home and I’m pleased with the results. They provided efficient project management and a high-quality service, ensuring a smooth and satisfactory renovation experience. Highly recommended 👏”
★★★★★★★★★★“We recently purchased a home in McLean, VA, and the basement was unfinished. We wanted to complete it before moving in, and Fairfax Kitchen and Bath made that possible. They started the design process even before our closing date, using the measurements we provided. Right after closing, they came out for final measurements, rushed the material order, and began construction early to meet our move-in timeline.
The entire process went smoothly. The team was incredibly understanding and supportive. Anytime we had a hiccup, they were right there with solutions. They handled everything; from permits to ordering, delivery, inspections, and more. We always felt we were in good hands.”
★ 4.7 on Google from 139 reviews. Read the Fairfax showroom reviews on Google →
Questions
McLean remodeling questions
Do I need a permit for a kitchen or bathroom remodel in McLean?
Yes for a remodel, no for a simple swap. McLean is part of Fairfax County, and the county says a kitchen renovation or a bathroom remodel needs a permit. Replacing cabinets, countertops, a vanity, tile or flooring in the same spot (what contractors call a "pull and replace") does not need a permit on its own, and neither does paint. Moving or adding a sink, tub, shower or toilet adds a plumbing permit, and new lights, outlets or a range hood with new ductwork add electrical or mechanical permits. We handle the whole permit process, from the building and trade permits to the county fees and every inspection, so you never deal with the county.
Does the Langley Fork historic district affect an interior remodel?
Fairfax County's Architectural Review Board reviews exterior work that needs a building permit inside a historic overlay district such as Langley Fork. The county's guidance does not address interior work, so a kitchen or bath that changes nothing outside is mainly a permit question. Exterior changes and additions that need a building permit are where the board comes in.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in McLean?
In our sold jobs, a cabinets, counters and backsplash refresh starts at about $20,000, and most full kitchen remodels in the same layout fall between $32,000 and $60,000+. Size, layout changes and your selections set the price, and there is no ceiling; we have built kitchens past $200,000. A range is a starting point, not a quote.
How long does a bathroom remodel take in McLean?
A bathroom that keeps the same layout takes 3 to 4 weeks of construction; a larger primary bath with layout changes takes 4 to 8 weeks. Design usually takes 2 to 6 weeks before that, and the Fairfax County permit adds time. These are typical times from our jobs, not a promise.
Where can I donate old kitchen cabinets near McLean?
Habitat DC-NOVA's two ReStores are in Alexandria (869 South Pickett Street) and Chantilly (4311 Walney Road). They take wood cabinets as a complete set with doors, and offer free pickup for large donations, usually 2 to 3 weeks out. The Alexandria store does not take countertops.
Which showroom serves McLean?
Our Fairfax showroom at 9970 Main Street serves McLean, about 9 miles away in a straight line and about 20 to 55 minutes by car on a weekday, open Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. You can also meet your designer at our Sterling or Bethesda showroom; Fairfax is simply the default for McLean.
Homes served in towns near McLean
Ready to talk about your McLean kitchen or bathroom?
Send the short form below or call us. Sena, our sales director, calls you back, and a designer comes to your McLean home for a free consultation and measurements. Our Fairfax showroom serves McLean, and you are welcome at any of our three showrooms: Fairfax, Sterling or Bethesda.
