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Kevin arrived promptly at the time we agreed. I simply cannot fault him at all, he was extremely polite, friendly and very meticulous towards his work. I would not hesitate to use him again and would gladly highly recommend him to any friends that needed any work undertaking. I am extremely happy with the quality of the finished work . Thankyou Kevin.... you were a joy to meet and many thanks for all the work you carried out.. Definitely a 5 star rating from me.

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I had a professional experience from the first point of contact to the finish of the job. Jay & Jordan are both very knowledgeable, easy to talk to and stick to the agreement. It was a straight forward job, and that's exactly how they handled it. No complications. Handed over a clean and tidy site. Have asked them to quote for another job. I have advised them to bring up their online presence to give potential customers more information about the company.

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Russell and Tom are very reliable people who can offer high quality for renovation, tiling, plastering, and, like in our case, kitchen fitting. You can talk openly with them and they can also provide good advice that meets your personal budget and expectations. The job was finished on time, with no delays on their part, and they showed an excellent understanding of our needs. Definitely recommended, especially if you've never hired anyone before and need someone trustworthy for a good job!

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Kitchen design and installation from local specialists

Good kitchen design is a lot more than choosing the worktops you like and ordering them in the right size. A kitchen specialist who plans and designs kitchens will take a lot of things into account to make sure the kitchen that gets installed is fit for purpose and looks great.

Some of these things are:

  • The distance between work areas.
  • Worktop materials and whether they can withstand spillages and heat.
  • How easy the kitchen is to clean.
  • The positioning of different work areas (e.g. is the sink too far from the hob).
  • Storage options.
  • The positioning of windows and lights – to help create a clean, bright environment to cook and prepare food in safely.
  • The location of plumbing and electrical fixtures.

They’ll also consider who the kitchen is being designed for to make sure it meets that person’s tastes and needs. That can mean accommodating disabilities or recognising that a left-handed person might prefer a dishwasher to be to the left of the sink rather than to the right. At the very least, it’ll mean taking that person’s height into account to make sure they don’t need to tip-toe or bend down too far to access cupboards.

A good kitchen designer will draw up plans for the kitchen to help you visualise how the new room will look and make sure the room meets current building regulations. They can also remove an old kitchen before a new one is fitted.

Cost of kitchen design work

Some typical jobsLowHigh
New small kitchen£400£600
New small kitchen + remove old kitchen£500£800
New medium kitchen£600£1100
New medium kitchen + remove old kitchen£700£1200
New large kitchen£700£1200
New large kitchen + remove old kitchen£850£1500

The qualifications your tradesperson needs

There’s no one recognised qualification for kitchen specialists but most of them have taken a general interior design course with City & Guilds or a similar body before learning the trade on the job. They might start out as interior designers but they could also begin their careers as carpenters or cabinet makers before deciding to specialise in kitchen design.

As well as kitchen design principles, they’ll have a good knowledge of current building regulations and may have connections with other tradespeople like plumbers, electricians, tilers and carpenters who they can call on to help bring a new kitchen space to life. If a gas cooker is on the wish list, only a tradesperson with a valid Gas Safe qualification can fit it. A similar thing goes for electrics. They’ll need to be fitted by a tradesperson with a Part P qualification. They might have both of these qualifications themselves but it’s more likely that they’ll bring in a Gas Safe registered plumber or Part P qualified electrician to carry out the work.

What is a Gas Safe accreditation?

A tradesperson is Gas Safe when they’re on the gas registration body, Gas Safe Register. The register is an official list of gas engineers who are qualified to work safely on gas appliances like boilers and cookers. All qualified engineers carry ID cards with an identification number which you should check on the main Gas Safe Register website, along with their company name, before allowing them to work on gas in your home.

Building regulations and Part P for kitchen jobs

Part P is one section of building regulations which says that anyone carrying out electrical installation work in a home must make sure it’s designed and installed to protect people from fire and electric shocks. When a tradesperson has this certification, they’re known as Part P certified, so can self-certify that any work they carry out is compliant with the building regulations. It’s not a must-have qualification legally but it comes hand in hand with safety and means a tradesperson won’t have to then apply for building regulations approval for the work.

You won’t need approval to refit a kitchen but drainage or electrical work might need building regulations approval. If the kitchen is to be fitted in a room where there wasn’t a kitchen before, you’ll need approval to make sure that the room has appropriate ventilation and drainage and meets fire safety, electrical and structural stability requirements.

For guidance around the latest building regulations, visit the Planning Portal

Planning permission for kitchen jobs

You won’t need planning permission to install a new kitchen unless it’s part of a house extension. If you live in a listed building, you should check with your Local Planning Authority before carrying out any work as planning permission may be required.

Insurance for kitchen design work

While it isn’t a legal requirement, it’s a good idea for your kitchen specialist to have public liability insurance to protect against any personal injury or property damage claims.

Questions you should ask your kitchen specialist

  • How long have they been trading for?
  • Can they show you examples of previous kitchens they’ve designed?
  • Will they be fitting the kitchen themselves as well as designing it?
  • Will they give a guarantee for the work and how long does that last?
  • How long will the room be unusable for while the kitchen’s being fitted?
  • Do they have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
  • Will they be sorting the plumbing and electrics themselves or bringing in someone else? If they’re doing it themselves, do they have a valid Gas Safe and/or Part P qualification?

Experienced Builder with over 20 Years experience based at Preston, but also covers the areas of Blackpool, Lancaster, Morecambe, Kendal and The Lake District. We specialise in House Extensions and Garage / Loft Conversions. Full Kitchen & Bathroom design supply and fit service, including tiling and flooring. Full Garden design and landscaping, driveways and patios. No job is too big for us. Ourselves and all our tradesman are fully qualified and insured. If you would like an informal chat about your project, then feel free to contact us.

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Reviewed by Malcolm on 11/9/2021

This rating is for the refurbishment of downstairs cloakroom, ensuite and main bathrooms. This included replacing bathroom suites, new ceilings with light and ventilation fans, full tiling and laminate floors. Probably not the cheapest but the work was completed to a high standard and all tradesmen were pleasant and understood our requirements.

Davies Building Services is a well established business based in Herne Bay. We service within a 50mile radius of Herne Bay, we provide a wide range of building services including extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions and barn conversions. We provide excellent communication and offer competitive prices, get in touch for a free quotation and we will get back to you quickly.

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Reviewed by Alex on 29/8/2024

Great job, professional to deal with and left job very clean. Would highly recommend.

With over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, we know how to deliver work that looks good and lasts. We work on properties of all shapes and sizes, commercial and domestic, turning your dreams into a reality.

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Reviewed by Sohail on 15/12/2021

What an amazing guy!, another 2 weeks and he would have become a member of our family!. You can set your clock with George, he was at our door an 8am on the dot every morning. He gave us so many different ideas which really helped us. His workmanship i, totally flawless. We know what quality looks like now. George is a loyal, honest and hardworking individual who will always be our first choice when getting work done.

With over a decade of experience in crafting bespoke kitchens and bedrooms, I bring unparalleled expertise and precision to every project. My work combines high-quality craftsmanship with personalized design, ensuring that every space is both functional and stylish. We also stand behind our work, offering a 15-year warranty to give you peace of mind and long-lasting quality.

I've had over 10 years experience. Jobs I undertake are general handyman job like electrical, plumbing, central heating, power flushing central heating, painting decorating,kitchen and bathroom refit, fencing and groundworks. You can really do just about anything! How I normally charge is call out charge of £100 this covers the first hour then £50 an hour thereafter plus materials/ parking. Some services are charged at a different rate for example: emergency call out and weekend rate is normally higher rate. • power flush to central heating system charge is £450 including all chemicals and inhibitor to the system this covers six radiators any more than 6 radiators there is an extra charge at £100 per radiator extra .

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Reviewed by David on 11/7/2024

Hello, my name is Chris a specialist in ground works I install paving blocks, garden slabs, eco channels, curbs, fake grass, drenich-pipes - and many others. do not hesitate to call work at very reasonable prices available to the client quality work and professionalism

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Reviewed by Joy on 24/10/2024

Easy to work with and very helpful. He kept his word and got the job done as promised.

What about me? I’m stuck in Uk without work, clients want only my ideas !! Non smoking company Multi trade team with 13 years experience in electric appliences, plumbing, windows fitting, tiles, flor fitting, interior design, painting, fancing, and mutch more Wee usualy take our time to perfect our work You want something extravagant and out of this world.... you are at the right place, because wee love to do the job I’ll make your home special in my way that you will fall in love

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Reviewed by Dominic on 1/11/2024

Great service, went out of his way to do an excellent job.

Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Hesting Engineers. Gas Safe Registered. Water safe registered. Proper plumbing & heating. 10+ years serving customers across London & Home Counties. - Fully qualified, insured, & licensed - people pleasing plumbers in London. All work guaranteed. New installations Boilers/HIU’s Unvented cylinders Breakdowns/repairs System design General plumbing Leak repairs Gas safe engineers 24/7 hour emergency call out

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Reviewed by Mohan on 4/4/2022

David was a true professional. He replaced the electric shower in the bathroom and it was done well. He kept me appraised of the task and was prompt to provide quotes and subsequently complete the task. I would whole heartedly recommend him for the job.

With an experience of 15 years in the field of construction, I carry out interior and exterior design: Tiles, tiling, grout, lime, sanitary installations, pavements, etc.... I am a qualified person, graduating from the construction high school as a construction technician!

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Reviewed by Maurice on 28/9/2024

Prompt, Pleasant, Hard worker. Jack of all trades sometimes looses a little finess. I will certainly use him again.

Professional , friendly and thorough of customers needs . All types of property works covered with many skilled tradesmen . All works bespoke to requirement .

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Reviewed by Arjun on 17/5/2021

There was additional work conducted on some leaks through my window and I have noticed that this was not foxed. I have just noticed that the leak for the work done on the window has come back. This is therefore not been fixed.

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Kitchen Design / Installation

With over 20 years experience in construction I’m confident you’re in safe hands. My name is Phil D’Arcy and I created Badger construction services because I have a passion for building and I love the look of a happy customer. I started out as a plumber and progressed into a construction site manager where I learned the skills I needed to create my construction business. We’re a family run business and used trusted sub contractors for the works we don’t do ourselves so we can provide you the complete package from start to finish. We work to NHBC building standards and consistently quality check works from 1st fix through to stage commission checks and final test certificates.

Our Service We offer free no obligation quotations. Our quotations are always detailed and fully inclusive. Our residential projects includes renovations, loft conversion and extensions. Working on occupied and fully operational homes are never a problem here at Baltic Star Design & Build. Your Build As experienced building contractors, we offer a complete end-to-end client experience from inception of the design of your project, to the build and any additional items such as bespoke kitchens and bathrooms. Why Us Our extensive project management and construction skills along with a multi-disciplinary team, enables us to provide turn-key solutions and beautiful design. Building your Future.

Here at The Joinery Co, we have been trading since 2015. During this time our company ethos has been based on our customer service and high quality products at great value. The majority of our work comes from client recommendations and referrals. Our team of qualified joiner & carpenters have years of experience, coming from a background of manufacturing and installing high end products. We understand the upheaval that having work done may cause to your daily routine, however we strive to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. We are fully insured for your peace of mind.

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Reviewed by David on 14/3/2024

TG MAINTENANCE is a specialist trade company with over 20 yrs of experience . specialised in all aspect of the property maintenance private and commercial .

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Reviewed by Rebekah on 13/7/2021

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Erisure LTD

Kitchen Design / Installation

Erisure LTD , we are a family owning business running for more than 6 years. Our home improvement business is born from knowing exactly what you want in your home or business places . Our business aim is to fill your home and business places with love and comforts . Here is Just to say few of the many services we offer - We do total interior refurbishments for kitchens, bathrooms, floors , walls , ceilings, Tilings and more . Painting and decorating is also one of our core and passionate services. We improved , painted and decorated hundreds of homes so far.

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Reviewed by Patrick on 5/11/2024

Quick and efficient, problem was fixed in a morning

at Pristina FM, we pride ourself in bringing quality and expertise to every project. Specializing in plastering, decorating, kitchen fitting, bathroom fitting, plumbing, and landscaping, our skilled team is dedicated to transforming spaces with precision and care. Trust us to deliver exceptional results, on time and within budget.

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Reviewed by Richard on 23/8/2024

These guys were fantastic accepted job last minute came and did an amazing job and I would recommend them to anyone ! Both gardens looked great upon completion

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Kitchen Design / Installation

Experienced Painter decorator with Interior design flair. Restoration and repair work and light building service skills included through building bathrooms and kitchens.

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Reviewed by Murat on 3/7/2023

Barry has done an amazing job on our property, finishing well in time estimated and within budget. He is meticulous in his work and a true perfectionist. I am glad to have met him through this job. He is a truly dependable person. I wish him the best!

At Right Fix Home Developments you can rest assured as we provide the highest of standards. We have over 10 years experience working with contractors on building sites and direct to customers for all aspects of home improvements. "NO JOB TO BIG OR SMALL"

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Reviewed by William on 14/10/2024

We are a family run company which specializes in flat roofing, all chimney repairs Loose bricks, re-pointing work, roof repairs, lead work, leaking roofs, pitched roof's   Replacing Chimney Caps Repairing flat roofs etc  We have experience on private and commercial contracts, Learning avast experience in the roofing trade  there are very few problems we haven't come across before and would be happy to give you a free, no obligation quote for fixing any problems big or small.  We are fully insured for your peace of mind. We pride ourselves on our reputation. Most jobs we take before and after  photos so you can see exactly what we are doing We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction For a free no obligation quotation and advice please feel free to call. Kind regards,Andrey We can provide the following services: Flat roof repairs and replacement GRP fibreglass roofing  Firestone rubber roofing Guttering cleaned, repaired or replaced Ridges repointed  Fascia’s, soffits & guttering Exterior painting All roof repairs Pitched roofing Roof leaks  Repointing  New roofs  Moss removal  All Chimney repairs  Replacing broken tiles slates etc We are also skilled in services such as: Shed roofs re-felting guttering cleaning service. High pressure cleaning roofs walls, etc. All exterior maintenance Bricklaying Wall repairs  Cleaning facias and soffits Andrey ,free quotation

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Reviewed by Joan on 7/11/2024

Lightelectrics.co.uk Light electrics & renovations bring excellence to the electrical industry whether thats changing a socket, installing spot lights to a full house rewire! We cover everything! With our latest expansion we are now able to offer complete refurbishments on properties as well as construction and building requirements. With a combined 30 years experience across these industries, there’s nothing we can’t handle!

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Reviewed by Shen on 1/11/2024

I couldn’t be happier with the service provided by Light Electrics! From start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and incredibly skilled. I recently had a new electric oven and hob installed, which also required sorting out the junction box and safely removing the old gas oven, hob, and gas piping. This was a complex job, but Light Electrics handled it all seamlessly. They communicated every step clearly, arrived on time, and left everything tidy when the work was done.

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