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The kitchen is often the heart of the home, where you can eat, cook, relax and entertain. Old and outdated kitchens can make cooking a chore. It’s also a wasted communal space if you’re only going in there to whip up a meal before returning to the comfort of the living room. Sprucing it up with a renovation or refit can have a huge impact on your day-to-day life. A fitted kitchen is a stylish and practical upgrade, tailored so everything is exactly where you want it.
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What can a kitchen fitter help with?
Kitchen fitting is much more than simply swapping out appliances, cupboards and worktops though. If you’re investing time, effort, emotion and hard-earned cash into a kitchen refit, you’ll want to properly plan everything out. A refit gives you the opportunity to remodel and rearrange elements of your kitchen – for example, moving your oven, installing an island worktop or upgrading your sink to a double bowl. Work with a specialist kitchen fitter and they’ll be able to support you throughout every stage in the process, from design and planning to fitting and commissioning appliances.
Some kitchen fitters will offer both supply and fit services, while others will be happy to fit items that you purchase on your own. It’s important to check with your professional, so you know where you stand before committing to a project.
What are the main features of a fitted kitchen?
While there are plenty of custom or premium features you might consider adding to your kitchen, there’s a fairly standard list of items you’ll need to think about.
- Worktops – budget options are laminates, while real wood provides a relatively affordable but authentic finish. At the premium end of the spectrum, a granite, natural stone or composite worktop look elegant, and are also hard-wearing and resistant to heat.
- Units – beyond selecting solid wood or a cheaper veneer, your main consideration will be the colour and finish of your kitchen units. This will naturally be personal preference, but it’s worth thinking about how practical and easy to keep clean they’ll be. Some units will also feature space-saving swing-out corner cupboards or other neat features, so take a moment to investigate these options.
- Appliances – when it comes to appliances, your wallet really is the only limit. From huge American-style double fridge-freezers to integrated slimline dishwashers, there’s a solution for every size of kitchen out there.
- Flooring – traditionally kitchen floors are tiled, but many people opt for wooden flooring now, which isn’t so cold to touch. If your budget can stretch, underfloor heating is a premium feature you may want to consider too.
The key stages in a kitchen refit
Every kitchen is unique, and the exact stages or phases involved in your refit will vary according to the work that needs to be carried out. Typically, though, your renovation will feature:
- Planning and design – understanding how to make the best use of the space available, as well as what you want your kitchen to do for you.
- Removal of your old kitchen – carefully and methodically removing old appliances, units, worktops and flooring, before preparing the room for the fitting of the new kitchen.
- Electrics and plumbing – this step may not be necessary if you’re replacing appliances or features in the same locations, but typically even the most minor alterations will require plugs or light fittings to be moved or altered.
- Fitting new units and worktops – units are typically fitted first, followed by your new worktops. They’ll need to be properly secured using appropriate load-bearing fittings, and this is where the value of an expert can be felt. When fitting your new worktop, your tradesperson will also install your sink.
- Tiling or laying a new floor – with your units in place, your floor can be tiled (or wooden floor fitted).
- Installing new appliances – the last major job will be installing and commissioning your new appliances. Most of these will be fairly straightforward, but gas and certain electric appliances will need to be fitted by Gas Safe and NICEIC-registered professionals.
Other kitchen fitter FAQ's
How much does it cost to fit a new kitchen?
On average, the labor cost to fit a kitchen ranges from £1,000 for a small room to over £10,000 for a large space, depending entirely on the project's scale. Your total expenses will vary based on the quality of your appliances, the complexity of the fixtures, and whether you need additional services like old kitchen removal and post-refit decorating. Choosing high-end materials or incorporating custom specialist features will also increase the final installation price. Read our breakdown on costs here.
What qualifications and insurance should my kitchen fitter have?
While there is no single overarching kitchen fitting qualification, your installer must be Gas Safe and NICEIC registered if the project involves gas or electrical appliance connections. It is highly recommended to choose an experienced tradesperson with relevant City & Guilds certifications in carpentry or plumbing, alongside active public liability insurance to protect your property. Additionally, ensure they offer a workmanship warranty, which can range from 5 to 20 years, independent of your appliances' manufacturer guarantees.
What questions should I ask before hiring a kitchen fitter?
Before signing a contract, you should ask if the fitter provides design and planning assistance, and request a portfolio of their previous kitchen installations. It is equally important to clarify whether they will handle the work themselves or hire sub-contractors, and confirm if they offer a workmanship warranty. Finally, always ask if they can legally dispose of your old kitchen and appliances so you aren't left managing the waste yourself.
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We asked Rob to build a garden pathway and small patio and he did a really good job. From start to finish Rob was knowledgeable, accommodating and professional at times. The quality and finishing of the job is good and we wouldn't hesitate to use Rob again. His quote for the work was very reasonably priced.
LUPA Building and Construction LTD is a family business with 20 years of experience within the building and construction area. Our primary focus revolves around the core aspects of refurbishment, extensions, and carpentry within the realm of construction.
A self-motivated, reliable, and hardworking individual, who works well under pressure, with a proven track record of completing jobs within a given timescale andto a high standard. Able to follow plans and instructions, rapidly and proficiently. Excellent interpersonal skills, confident with the general public and communicates well.
Very good standard of work, reliable & nice!
I can help with your new kitchen project, from advice in planning through to help with ordering if you require, and of course can fully install it for you. I am familiar with all the High St brands of kitchen as well as some independents. Found the kitchen you like but not the price the supplier wants for installing it? I may well be far more competitive....Try me for a quote.
Stu was helpful from the start, patiently answering all my queries in the run-up to the job. He has integrity, his workmanship is first class, and his prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend him and would definitely engage his services again.
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Good job great bunch of lads cost-effective and excellent workmanship
Welcome to RHI Developments Ltd. RHI Developments Ltd provides a full range of construction services including Double Storey Extensions, Single Storey Extensions, Orangeries, Conservatories, Garage Conversions, Window and Door Conversions, Fascia & Sofits, Porches & Renovations. RHI is also a leading supplier of fitting Windows and Doors throughout the South Yorkshire region including Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Chesterfield and Rotherham. RHI Developments Ltd has a 100% customer satisfaction rating with Independent Warranty which gives you confidence from start to finish. For all extensions, orangeries and conservatories we can arrange all stages of your project from design to completion. Also you can be confident in the quality of our work by requesting references from our all our satisfied customers and view our recent projects.
Very professional service. Good overall management and quality workmanship by all tradespeople who were polite and cooperative.. Job started and completed within agreed dates. No unexpected costs.. Would certainly recommend.
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Over the years of being in the construction industry we pride ourselves in effectively carrying complete house renovations ,new kitchens and bathroom installations ,plastering, tilling, plumbing, painting and electrical works, consumer units,complete rewire, inspection and testing,and we Part P Registered under the NICEIC brand.
Sylvester arranged and managed the refitting of my kitchen - plastering, plumbing, cabinets, tiling. Even Replacing joists and floorboards (I had a wood worm problem). We could not be happier with the result and Sylvesters accommodating attitude towards much unexpected/unplanned work all carried out within quoted timeframe. Could not rate him higher! As an electrician he refitted a few of our lights and provided a valid certificate for all work done. Very professional and tidy.
straight to the point
Valentin has been excellent and professionally completed the job. Ended up giving him extra work and would call again if needed! Thank you! Highly recommended!
We are a highly professional outfit with a small base of quality tradesmen to provide services of painting and decorating and all aspects of building work and offer quality and service to all customers at a good competitive rate.
Completely transformed our bathroom. Ian and his team have done an amazing job. From start to finish, talking us through what was being done. Helped us pick out a bathroom suite. Can't recommend them enough.
Full property maintenance Handy man no job to big Painter & decorator Kitchen fitting r Bathroom fitting Tiles fitted Full house refurb HMO conversion
Absolutely 1st class response by Harj & his team to some very challenging works. Cannot recommend highly enough for any domestic or commercial projects. Good value, reliable, always polite & goes the extra mile to deliver the highest quality.
Hi, I am a trained handyman with 15 years of experience Garden maintenance Driveway cleaning patio cleaning slabs
Marvelous job done. Was very pleasant, kind and helpful. Did the job at short notice as well ????????. Very pleased. I will definitely use again and recommend.
I have a handyman, joinery business, operating across London. I pride myself on building good relationships with customers, offering a friendly and reliable service to a high standard. My service is clean and tidy and I work in a safe and professional manner to keep disruption to your home to a minimum. I place an emphasis on quality of finish and a consultative approach. I deliver quality work, very tentative to details.
Aureliu did a fantastic job. He was punctual, efficient, tidy and quick. A very pleasant and reliable handyman.
Excellent service and great work and results.
Pride of Place is a well established family run company that caters for all home refurbishments. Being it a wall needing a freshen up with a roll of wallpaper to a full house refurbishment. We can assistant in all areas of home improvements and come with a proven track record and insurance. We are now available to help assist you on Rated People.
Excellent work
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`We are a building company with many years of experience. We specialise in bathroom and kitchen, from scratch to complete refurbishment, our work is of high quality at reasonable price, with warranties and is covered by public liability insurance
Krzysztof did a great job fitting 2 showers, decorating ensuite, changing all the taps and 2 showers, and doing a number of small fixes and improvements in the flat. I appreciate his clear and detailed communication on job needed, options provided, and consulting on fittings and materials. He finished the job with high quality and with just a small delay despite of a good amount of obstacles (we did painting in parallel). Would definitely recommend Chris's services!
Hi there! I’m a bathroom and kitchen fitter with experience and eye for details.
Very helpful and friendly
NVQ Level 3 Carpentry & Joinery & a Gold Cscs card. 19 yrs experience. Joinery factory - bespoke commercial furniture, sash windows, doors & staircases. Solid Surface manufactured and fitted Kitchens, bespoke counters, retail display for M&S, KFC and Starbucks. Sole trader kitchen fitter & carpenter; wardrobes, Flooring, doors, skirting, architrave etc.
Good friendly and satisfactory service but a little expensive. All cleaned up nicely on completion.
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