Kitchen Fitting Quote

3 years ago

Hi all,
Our flat is in serious need of a new kitchen as the cabinets are (quite literally) falling apart, however we are on quite a tight budget (we want something reasonably durable that will last a decent amount of time, but no frills or fancy cabinets, as tempting as they seem!).
We were hoping to save costs by buying all the units, laminate worktop etc. ourselves, probably from DIY-kitchens.com as I've read some good reviews about them on this forum and they seem decent quality for the price. Almost all the appliances (fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher) are freestanding under-the-counter units and will be re-used as they are working fine, the oven and hob are built in but again these appliances will be re-used.
We have therefore been looking for a local kitchen fitter to do the necessary fitting work. I'm quite surprised at the price I have been quoted and wanted to check if this is what would be expected.
We've had a quote of £3000 (inc. VAT). This price is for removing and disposing of the existing kitchen and fitting the new kitchen, however all the units, worktops, splashback, etc will be provided by us. There are 9 kitchen units in total: 5 floor units and 4 wall units. The kitchen will be in exactly the same configuration as it is now, so there's no new wiring/plumbing/etc.
This is our first home and first time having a new kitchen, so I don't really have any idea what to expect and may be seriously underestimating the work involved! However it seems a little steep to me especially since all the kitchen cabinets from DIY-kitchens come fully built, so there's no assembly of cabinets involved. I think our kitchen plans may have to be on hold for a little while if this is what I should expect to pay! Would love to know either way so I can decide whether to shelve the plan for a while or keep looking for kitchen fitters. Everyone I've contacted seems very fully booked, maybe they are all very busy with post- lockdown renovations and charging more.
Thanks everyone!

Featured Answer

Daisy England

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

For 9 units in total and bearing in mind they are already assembled I think it’s expensive. I presume there would be plumbing and depending on whether the hob is gas or electric may include the services of a Gas Safe registered person.

So 9 units and associated worktops which may require a joint and cut outs for sink and hob.

Splashbacks can be fiddly to fit and cut to a shape.

However prices do depend on where you live. For instance London will be expensive.

Disposal would mean the hire of a skip but their price for this may be more if you are not on the ground floor as it may be labour intensive dragging items down stairs.

I would have though this could be done within the week and if so £3k is expensive.

I would look around and seek alternative quotes. Sometimes areas have their FB local site (mine has) and people regularly ask on them for recommendations.

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (6)

Christina
Original Author
3 years ago
This is helpful, thank you :) We're in Scotland so definitely no inflated London/South East prices. There will definitely be plumbing work needed as the dishwasher, washing machine and sink will need disconnected and reconnected, but no gas work. I will try and find someone else to give me a quote. I might also see if the kitchen fitter would consider letting us do the waste disposal - our local council skip is less than 2 miles away and you can request a permit for larger household waste disposals e.g. requiring a trailer or van, so that could potentially be something we could do ourselves. I don't mind taking a week of annual leave and doing grunt work like that myself to save costs, but certainly wouldn't trust myself to do anything that needs to look nice like cutting laminate or splashbacks!
Related Discussions
Any Help with updating kitchen greatly appreciated
Q
Comments (27)
Hi guys, Leelee we are definitely doing the vintage bits on the wall. We actually have some vintage cereal boxes that we are planning on displaying on the shelves (filled with cereal of course)!. Sarainitaly - I'm investigating thenIkea planner but it's painful to work (or maybe it's just me!). Here's a pic of the walls totally painted green now. Think the shelves will look great along with some pictures dotted around. It's the cabinets now that will b a pain! BTW it was pure enthusiasm that stopped me waiting until the water heater came off the wall to paint - lol. I will have to paint the patch when it's off.
...See More
To put hob on kitchen island or not to put hob on kitchen island?
Q
Comments (28)
Hi amfork, I went ahead & put the hob on my island & am delighted I did. I find it really is so much nicer looking out at the kids/my husband & being able to chat to them while I prepare meals as opposed to facing the wall with my back turned on everyone. I put a 4 ring induction hob on the island & put a 5 ring gas hob on counter facing wall. I did this as I have a large extended family & we frequently have get togethers. It’s great for catering for big events. However, I use the 4 ring induction hob on a daily basis. Hope this helps! Best of luck with your project, Claire
...See More
Advice on Kitchen/Utility renovation
Q
Comments (3)
Hi - its such a big and important project, i really think you need to sit down with a good kitchen designer and fully tease out your requirements and then look at every possible layout option. by sitting down with someone, they will draw each possible layout to scale in front of you and that way you will be able to see the pros and cons of each design. it makes decision making much easier best of luck with the project Barry
...See More
Open Plan Kitchen & Living Area Advice Please...
Q
Comments (4)
A few things I would change from experience...instead of a single and double door I would spend the extra money and put in a bifold corner section...would open up the space so much more. as for the kitchen...completely flip your design...put your breakfast bar closer to the window...make it large and multipurpose with the hob in it and then put your main band of cabinets either left, right or behind? We have recently restructured our existing cabinets to this layout and put in new countertops and it works far better than before!
...See More
Jonathan
3 years ago
I think it’s pricey- but post Lockdown these guys are in demand and if you are prepared to wait perhaps you can reduce this cost
annabellaamy
3 years ago
Does sound a lot to me....I'd try and shop round a bit. Disconnecting and reconnecting appliances isn't a skilled plumbing job if they're all going back in the same places.
PRO
Lifestyle Kitchens
3 years ago
3K is taking the p***, you can find plenty of fitters that don't charge vat to start with. Google the ikbbi website and you can search for local approved installers, they have been vetted, offer a workmanship guarentee etc. or you can try Bark and advertise your job. But always ask to look at photo's of previous jobs and if they have a facebook page or other review sites. Always get more than 1 quote but as a rule of thumb you're looking around 100/unit depending on where you are and thats a dry fit price ie depending on services, electrical work, plumbing, ducting etc.
Christina thanked Lifestyle Kitchens
Christina
Original Author
3 years ago
This is great, thank you. I didn't know about the ikbbi website, I've just had a look now - the guys I got the quote from are actually on there, but there's plenty of others locally that I can try. It's really helpful having a rough idea what I should expect to pay.

Kitchen Fitting Quote

Daisy England

Comments (6)

Christina
Original Author

Related Discussions

Jonathan

annabellaamy

Lifestyle Kitchens

Christina
Original Author

COMPANY

EXPLORE HOUZZ

CONNECT WITH US

Kitchen Fitting Quote

Daisy England

Comments (6)

ChristinaOriginal Author

Related Discussions

Jonathan

annabellaamy

Lifestyle Kitchens

ChristinaOriginal Author

COMPANY

EXPLORE HOUZZ

CONNECT WITH US

Christina
Original Author

Christina
Original Author