Kitchen Fitting Cost UK 2026

Kitchen fitting labour alone costs £1,500–£5,000 in 2026 depending on size. This typically excludes electrics and plumbing — get a fixed-price quote covering carcasses, doors, worktops, appliances and end panels.

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Typical UK price range: £1,500–£7,000. Typical time: 5–14 days.

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Kitchen size / range Small (≤ 8 m²) Medium (9–14 m²) Large (15–22 m²) Bespoke / handmade

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

Kitchen island £2,000–£8,000 New appliance set £1,500–£6,000 Stone worktops £1,500–£4,500 New flooring £600–£2,500 Electrical rewire £800–£2,000 New plumbing £600–£1,500

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Key points

• Small kitchen fit: £1,500–£2,500 labour
• Medium kitchen fit: £2,500–£4,500 labour
• Large kitchen fit: £4,500–£7,000 labour
• Electrics + plumbing usually separate trades

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Strip-out + dispose	£200	£500
Unit fitting (small)	£1,200	£2,000
Worktop fitting	£300	£700
Appliance install	£200	£400
Snagging + finish	£150	£400

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£5,737
South East	£5,312
South West	£4,675
Midlands	£4,250
North England	£3,825
Scotland	£4,037
Wales	£3,825

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FAQs

Should I use the showroom fitters?

They’re convenient but typically 20-30 % more than independent fitters. Howdens-trained independents do identical work for less.

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Disclaimer: Prices are guide ranges based on 2026 UK market data. Get quotes from local tradespeople for accurate pricing.