Cost guide
How much does a kitchen renovation cost?
Published UK ranges for fitting a new kitchen.
A full kitchen renovation in the UK is estimated at £11,500–£35,000 on average, with a budget full renovation from around £6,200–£16,800, according to Checkatrade. A kitchen fitter's day rate typically runs £250–£350.
Last updated 17 August 2026
| Range | ||
|---|---|---|
| Budget full renovation | £6,200–£16,800 | Total project |
| Overall estimated average | £11,500–£35,000 | Total project |
| Kitchen fitter day rate — quoted as a day rate, not hourly | £250–£350 | Rate |
Source: Checkatrade (updated May 2024)
Worth knowing
This figure is dated May 2026 on Checkatrade's own guide — the oldest source date used across our cost pages — so treat it as a general steer rather than a precise current figure, and get a quote for your actual specification.
Key points
- Units, worktops and appliance specification — this is usually where the budget actually goes.
- Whether the layout is changing (moving plumbing/electrics) or a like-for-like refit.
- Whether it's standalone or part of a wider extension or renovation project.
These are general published ranges, not a quote. Get an estimate based on your own project.
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