Kitchen Fitters - Installation in Thaxted (14)

Kitchen fitters play a vital role in the majority of kitchen renovation projects. These tradespeople are often involved in every stage of kitchen installation work, from the initial measurements to fitting new units into place.

Services offered by kitchen fitter installation companies in Thaxted typically include:

• Providing professional advice on new kitchen layout and design plans

• Measuring the space

• Removing and disposing of old appliance, units and kitchen worktops

• Assessing the space and locating existing pipes and cables to incorporate into the new kitchen design

• Measuring, cutting and fitting new worktops

• Assembling and fitting kitchen units

• Tiling

• Laying flooring

• Installing new light fixtures and fittings

Unless you have previous experience, hiring a professional kitchen fitter is often a better option than taking the DIY installation route. Experienced kitchen installers will work with you to create the best kitchen design for your available space and project budget.

The average kitchen fitter day rate in the UK is £300. It costs between £2,200 - £4,600 to hire a professional to fit an average-sized family kitchen.

Installation costs are determined by the size and layout of the kitchen, and the complexity of the project. For example, kitchen installation quotes are typically higher if gas, plumbing and electrical work is also needed.

On average you can expect to pay £3000 to have your new kitchen professionally installed. We recommend reading our detailed kitchen fitting cost guide for a closer look at current prices.

Make sure you find the best price for your kitchen renovation project by comparing quotes from 2 - 3 kitchen fitters in Thaxted.

The cost of materials needed for kitchen installations can vary significantly. There are budget-friendly materials and high end luxury materials available, plus all quality ranges in between.

Here are the average low-high price ranges for commonly installed kitchen materials:

• Units - £1,500 - £10,000

• Worktops - £100 - £5000

• Appliances - £450 - £5,200

• Flooring - £500 - £2000

The material size, quality and quantity needed will all impact the final cost of your kitchen fitting project. Working with a professional kitchen designer is an effective way to find the best materials for your budget.

As an average estimate, you can expect a professional to take between 10 days - 2 weeks to fit a kitchen. That being said, all kitchen fitting projects are unique and there is not a one-size-fits-all installation timeframe.

The following factors influence how long it takes to fit a kitchen:

• Kitchen layout and size

• Project complexity

• Electrical, plumbing and gas work needed

• Weight of worktops, cabinets and other materials

• Number of units, appliances and quantity of materials

• Number of kitchen fitters working on the job

It is important to discuss the duration of the work during your initial consultation. Having an estimated timeframe can help you to best prepare for your kitchen fitting project.

It is important to ask several questions before hiring a kitchen fitter. By getting the answers to these important questions first, you can make sure that you are hiring the best kitchen installation company for your project.

Here is a list of questions to ask during a consultation with a kitchen fitter:

• How many years of kitchen fitting experience do you have?

• Have you worked on projects similar to this one?

• Can I see examples of your previous kitchen installation projects?

• What qualifications do you have?

• Are you accredited with any industry organisations, such as the KBSA or BiKBBI?

• How long will the installation take?

• Do I need to do anything to prepare for the installation work?

• Can you provide a detailed cost breakdown? Are there any additional fees I need to be aware of?

• Are you insured? Is your work covered by any warranties or guarantees?

A reliable kitchen fitter will gladly provide the answers to all of your questions. It is wise to avoid tradespeople who refuse to provide details of insurance, prices and their professional qualifications.

Avoid poor installation work by hiring an experienced professional to fit your new kitchen. Finding a reliable and high quality kitchen fitter in Thaxted is easy when you follow our expert advice:

• Get kitchen fitter recommendations from friends and family. Local tradespeople are also often happy to recommend other reliable local tradespeople

• Read online reviews and check kitchen installation company ratings

• Ask to see examples of previous projects

• Request quotes from multiple kitchen fitters in Thaxted to find the best installers for your budget

• Ask about experience, qualifications and trade accreditations

• Search Checkatrade

All Checkatrade members are vetted and checked before approval. Only tradespeople who pass our thorough quality checks can be found in our online directory.

Installation mistakes and accidents can happen sometimes and that is why we cover the work of our members. Hire a Checkatrade kitchen fitter with confidence thanks to our 12 month £1000* guarantee - T&Cs and eligibility apply.