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Universal City Custom Cabinets

Custom Kitchen Cabinets in Universal City, TX

Custom kitchen cabinets built to fit older Universal City kitchens, soft-close hardware, free estimates on every project.

  • 15+ Years local experience
  • 500+ Projects completed
  • Licensed & Insured

Serving Universal City and nearby communities.

A lot of kitchens around here were built decades ago for a different family, with a different stove and a different idea of storage. Universal City Custom Cabinets builds kitchen cabinetry to fit your actual room, not a catalog size that leaves a gap by the fridge.

Full replacement means new boxes, doors, drawers, and hardware, built off-site and installed to your walls. Good for kitchens where the layout itself needs to change, not just the finish.

What's included

What's Included With Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Typically included: Optional: Customer prep:

  • Cabinet box construction in maple or comparable hardwood
  • Doors, drawer fronts, and soft-close hinges
  • Standard hardware (handles, pulls)
  • Install and final leveling
  • Decorative cabinet hardware upgrades
  • Moisture-resistant finish upgrade
  • Adjustable interior shelving add-ons
  • Clear out existing cabinet contents before the crew arrives
  • Confirm appliance measurements if replacing anything built-in

How it works

How Our Custom Kitchen Cabinets Process Works

  1. Space Assessment photo
    Step 1

    Space Assessment

    We evaluate kitchen dimensions to plan efficient cabinet placement and storage.

  2. Layout Design photo
    Step 2

    Layout Design

    A custom layout is created to maximize functionality and visual flow.

  3. Cabinet Construction photo
    Step 3

    Cabinet Construction

    Cabinets are built to exact specifications using selected materials.

  4. Door And Finish Selection photo
    Step 4

    Door And Finish Selection

    Clients select door styles and finishes to complement their kitchen design.

  5. Quality Inspection photo
    Step 5

    Quality Inspection

    Each cabinet is inspected for fit, finish, and structural integrity before installation.

  6. Professional Installation photo
    Step 6

    Professional Installation

    Cabinets are installed with precision to ensure proper alignment and function.

Materials

Materials and Methods for Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Older Universal City kitchens see real humidity swings through the year. Materials below hold their shape and finish through that.

  • Maple Cabinet Boxes photo

    Maple Cabinet Boxes

    A durable hardwood that resists warping even as humidity shifts through San Antonio-area summers.

  • Soft-Close Hinges photo

    Soft-Close Hinges

    Hardware that prevents slamming and keeps doors aligned for years, not months.

  • Custom Drawer Boxes photo

    Custom Drawer Boxes

    Reinforced drawers built for daily use in a kitchen that sees real traffic.

  • Decorative Cabinet Hardware photo

    Decorative Cabinet Hardware

    Handles and pulls chosen to match the kitchen's finish, not an afterthought from the hardware aisle.

  • Moisture-Resistant Finish photo

    Moisture-Resistant Finish

    A protective coating that guards against the steam and daily wear a kitchen near Randolph AFB sees year-round.

  • Adjustable Shelving photo

    Adjustable Shelving

    Shelves that reposition to fit pots, small appliances, or whatever storage habit the house needs.

FAQs

Custom Kitchen Cabinets FAQs

How much do custom kitchen cabinets cost per linear foot in Texas?

Most custom kitchen cabinet projects in this area run by linear foot, factoring in wood species, finish, and hardware. Ballpark ranges run from budget-grade boxes up to higher-end hardwood builds. A measurement visit gives you a real number.

What's the difference between custom, semi-custom, and stock cabinets?

Stock cabinets come in fixed sizes off a shelf. Semi-custom lets you pick finishes within set dimensions. Custom means every box is built to your exact kitchen, corner by corner, which matters most in older homes with non-standard layouts.

What wood holds up best in San Antonio area humidity?

Maple and hickory both perform well here when paired with a sealed finish. Solid wood with proper sealant resists the swelling and peeling that cheaper particleboard boxes can suffer over time.

How long does a custom kitchen cabinet install take?

Design and build typically run a few weeks before install day. Install itself is usually a day or two once cabinets arrive on-site.

Is it cheaper to buy cabinets from a big box store or have them built custom?

Big-box stock cabinets often look cheaper upfront, but they're built to standard sizes that may not fit an older kitchen without costly filler pieces. Custom pricing reflects a build that fits the first time.

Before & after

Before and After Custom Kitchen Cabinets

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    Before
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    After

Next step

Get a Custom Kitchen Cabinets Estimate in Universal City

Call Universal City Custom Cabinets at (254) 736-6373 or request a free estimate online. We'll measure, talk materials, and give you a written range before anything starts.

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