Cabinet installation day is exciting — it’s when your new kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room starts to take real shape. A little preparation on your end helps everything go smoothly and keeps the project on schedule. At R3 Cabinets, we send every customer a simple Site Prep Checklist with their order. Following those guidelines is the best way to avoid delays.

Here’s a practical, homeowner-friendly overview of what we need before our team arrives in Clarksville, Fort Campbell, and the surrounding areas.

Timeline Expectations

Most projects follow a clear sequence:

1. Free in-home consultation and measurements

2. Design approval and ordering

3. Manufacturing/prep time (RTA options can be as fast as 5 days from our local warehouse)

4. Delivery and professional installation

We’ll give you a clear delivery window once the cabinets are ready so you can plan around work, kids, or other home projects.

Pre-Installation Checklist

Clear the space

• Empty the cabinets and drawers that are being replaced

• Remove items from countertops and nearby shelves

• Take down wall décor near the work area

• Clear a path from the entry to the installation space

Protect your home

• Move or cover furniture in adjacent rooms if needed

• Protect flooring with drop cloths or temporary runners

• Secure pets and keep kids clear of the work zone during installation hours

Utilities and access

• Make sure we have clear access to the project area

• Confirm plumbing and electrical are ready and match the approved plans

• Arrange for someone to be home or provide a lockbox code

• Ensure the driveway or parking area can accommodate our delivery vehicle

Customer-supplied items

• Have handles, knobs, sinks, appliances, and any other items you’re providing on site before we arrive

• Installation won’t start until everything is present

Important note: We install only the cabinets and materials supplied by R3. We do not perform plumbing, electrical work, or appliance installation.

What Our Professional Installers Handle

Once the site is ready, our experienced team takes care of:

• Careful removal of old cabinets (when applicable)

• Precise installation and leveling of your new cabinets

• Hardware adjustments and soft-close testing

• Basic cleanup of the immediate work area

We work efficiently and respectfully in your home.

Extra Tips for a Smooth Experience

• Have a temporary place to prepare simple meals if it’s a kitchen project

• Plan for some noise and a bit of dust (we keep both to a minimum)

• Ask questions — our installers are happy to explain what’s happening

Good preparation reduces stress and helps us deliver the clean, professional result you’re expecting.

Have questions about your upcoming installation? Contact your R3 Cabinets sales representative anytime. We’re your local veteran-owned team serving Clarksville, Fort Campbell, and surrounding communities, and we’re here to make the process as straightforward as possible. Schedule your free consultation or reach out with any pre-install questions — we’re happy to walk you through it.