According to HouseholdQuotes.co.uk a new kitchen remodel and refit costs an average of £7,000, and when you’re making such a big investment to the most important room in your own home, it is crucial to make sure that the person doing the job knows exactly what they’re doing. Just because your local ‘jack of all trades’ can replace your kitchen cupboard handles or use an electric screwdriver and spirit level to fit a replacement cupboard door, it doesn’t mean that they will know how to fit an entire bespoke kitchen. You’ll be using and looking at your kitchen every day for years to come – so make sure it is done properly. You shouldn’t be left with the kitchen sink’s pipes and stopcocks on display – but they should be easily located should you ever need to access them. A kitchen specialist will make sure that you will not be left with any costly or damaging errors, as they understand the complexities of fitting a kitchen.   

Any credible kitchen fitter will be happy for you to look at their previous work and dig into some customer reviews. Every kitchen specialist should have an extensive portfolio that reflects upon the quality of their work and usually this is found on their website. Another reason to delve into their portfolio of work is to see if their style of kitchen fitting suits what you want; there’s no point hiring someone who’s vision is completely different to yours – it will cause unnecessary clashes, and you’ll both end up with a kitchen neither of you are proud of. So, look around and speak to former customers about their experiences before you go in and book.

It is so easy to get lost in thinking about colour scheme of their kitchen, the style of kitchen worktop they want and the type of storage they envision in their cupboards, that they often forget about the dangers that come with fitting a kitchen. You shouldn’t overlook the electrics required for items such as kitchen lighting and fridges, gas or water waste. All of these elements require industry standard knowledge. A qualified Kitchen Specialist will highlight exactly what needs to be taken care of, enabling you to get in touch with qualified gas engineers, plumbers and electricians. If you hire an unqualified kitchen fitter, you could end up with a poorly fitted kitchen that does not meet the UK’s laws and regulations.

Fitting a brand new made to measure kitchen takes an average of 1-6 weeks, which leaves you and your family without one for a while. This may be especially challenging If you have kids and/or pets; a kitchen fitter going in and out the house, hammering, drilling and making a lot of noise can cause stress for people living there. However, knowing how long it may take enables you to plan ahead. Alongside this, there’s no point getting all of your kitchen worktops, kitchen units and carcasses now if your desired kitchen fitter isn’t available for the next 4-6 weeks, as you’ll have to find somewhere to your brand new kitchen. Planning and preparation will be your best friends at this time.

Some kitchen specialists expect your old kitchen to be removed and a skip to be provided upon arrival, whereas others will remove your old kitchen and work with a skip provider. It is important to find out what your specialist does, as it will save you time and money. If your old kitchen carcasses are in a good enough condition, you may be able to sell them on as materials. It is always worth checking with your kitchen specialist.

If you have any questions or queries regarding your kitchen or bedroom, then do not hesitate to call 0330 135 9090 or get in touch.