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Kitchen fitter rates in the UK depend on kitchen size, complexity, and whether the fitter handles associated plumbing, electrical, and tiling work. This guide covers 2026 kitchen fitter day rates and hourly charges across the UK.
Hourly rate
£25–£48
per hour
Day rate
£180–£350
per day
Call-out
£50–£90
minimum charge
Rates vary considerably across the UK. Here's what you can expect to pay in each region.
* Rates are typical market averages for 2026 based on industry survey data. Individual rates vary by experience, job type, and other factors.
Several factors determine how much a kitchen fitter will charge for a job.
A small galley kitchen with 8–10 units takes 2–3 days to fit. A large L-shaped or U-shaped kitchen with 20+ units can take 5–8 days. Day rates apply to each fitting day.
Laminate worktops are straightforward to fit. Solid wood, quartz, or granite worktops require precision cutting and templating — often carried out by a specialist worktop fitter at additional cost.
Kitchen fitting often requires plumbing (sink, dishwasher), electrical work (oven circuit, extractor), and tiling (splashback). Full-service kitchen fitters charge more but manage the whole project.
Integrating built-in appliances (ovens, dishwashers, fridge-freezers) takes additional time. Complex appliance installation can add half a day to the fitting schedule.
London kitchen fitters charge 40–55% more than those in Northern England or Wales. The South East also commands significantly higher rates due to demand and overheads.
Official statistics to check these rates against, with a link to each source.
496,300
Self-employed people among the 861,800 working in skilled construction and building trades in the UK.
Source: ONS Annual Population Survey (Nomis), Jul 2025 to Jun 2026
+6.4%
Rise in UK construction material prices (the 'All work' index), August 2026 compared with August 2025.
Source: Department for Business and Trade, Building materials and components, September 2026
41,200
Extra construction workers the UK needs each year from 2026 to 2030.
£90,000
VAT registration threshold: you must register when taxable turnover for the last 12 months goes over this.
Source: GOV.UK, VAT registration
Last reviewed: . Figures are the latest official releases at that date; follow each link for the full data and any later update.
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The average kitchen fitter day rate in the UK is £180–£350/day in 2026. London rates are typically £270–£500/day. In Northern England and Wales, £155–£318/day is more common.
Labour costs to fit a standard kitchen in the UK range from £1,000–£3,500 in 2026 depending on size and complexity. A full kitchen project including units, worktops, appliances, and associated trades typically costs £5,000–£20,000+ in total.
An average kitchen typically takes 3–5 days to fit. Larger kitchens, those with island units, or projects requiring significant plumbing and electrical work can take 1–2 weeks including associated trades.
Independent kitchen fitters often charge less than retailer-supplied fitting services and may offer more flexibility. However, using the retailer's fitter can protect your warranty and ensure responsibility for any fitting issues sits with the supplier.
Kitchen fitters typically work with units and appliances you supply. They will usually source silicone, fixings, and small consumables themselves, often charging at cost or including these in their day rate. Worktops, splashback tiles, and appliances you should source separately unless agreed otherwise.
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