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Lock down the room layout, product schedule, and who is supplying fixtures before comparing quotes.
£3,000–£8,000 for a standard bathroom, £8,000–£20,000 for a mid-range kitchen refit
Pricing varies by property type, service requirements, and location. Always compare at least 3 like-for-like quotes before appointing.
Typical timeline: 1–2 weeks for a bathroom refit, 2–4 weeks for a full kitchen installation
Ask to see recent completed kitchen or bathroom projects with photos
Check whether they manage the full installation or subcontract plumbing and electrics
Confirm they are experienced with your chosen materials (natural stone, porcelain, etc.)
Look for reviews mentioning finish quality, tidiness, and attention to detail
Ensure they provide a warranty on both workmanship and materials
Emergency callouts, evening/weekend visits, and urgent parts sourcing usually increase rates. If your job is non-urgent, planning ahead and combining smaller tasks into one visit often reduces total spend.
Keep every quote anchored to the same scope, access, and finish assumptions before you decide which provider is actually cheaper.
Lock down the room layout, product schedule, and who is supplying fixtures before comparing quotes.
Ask whether strip-out, waste disposal, plumbing moves, electrics, and decoration are included separately.
Confirm templating, lead times, and snagging visits so the timeline is realistic, not sales-led.
Make sure the quote states who coordinates specialist trades and who signs off any regulated work.
Cheap headline pricing is only useful when the exclusions, paperwork, and finish standard stay explicit. Push these risks into writing before you shortlist anyone.
A headline price that omits strip-out, waste, plumbing, electrics, or making good.
No product schedule, finish standard, or snagging plan for visible fixtures and surfaces.
Promises to coordinate all trades without naming who signs off regulated work.
Short timelines that ignore templating, drying times, or delivery lead times.
Explore local cost context before requesting quotes.
A standard kitchen refit typically takes 2–3 weeks. If structural changes, new plumbing runs, or electrical work are involved, allow 3–4 weeks. A simple like-for-like replacement of units and worktops can be done in 5–7 days.
A kitchen fitter specialises in unit installation, worktop fitting, and finishing. A builder is needed if you are knocking down walls, moving drainage, or altering the structure. Many kitchen projects require both.
Porcelain or ceramic tiles are the most durable and waterproof option. Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) is a popular budget-friendly alternative. Avoid laminate or engineered wood in wet areas unless they are specifically rated as waterproof.
Yes, if you are moving or adding a sink, dishwasher, or washing machine connection. Most kitchen fitters can handle basic plumbing, but moving waste pipes or hot water feeds often requires a qualified plumber.
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