UK cost guide

Kitchen Fitter Day Rate UK

Typical UK kitchen fitter day rates and common additional trade costs.

Last reviewed: 1 September 2026 · Sources & data · Methodology

Typical planning cost£250–£350 per day
Broader project rangeHigher for specialist or complex fitting
Planning figures are estimates rather than quotations. Live calculators combine dated UK benchmarks with clearly separated modelling assumptions such as region, size, condition and specification.

What affects the cost?

Kitchen fitter rates depend on kitchen size, cabinet system, worktop material, alterations and whether plumbing, gas and electrical work are included.

  • Kitchen size
  • Cabinet system
  • Worktop type
  • Appliance integration
  • Service alterations
  • Region

Typical cost breakdown

Kitchen fitter labour£250–£350 / day
PlumbingOften separate
Electrical workOften separate
Worktop specialistMay be separate

Regional planning examples

The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.

London£320–£450 / day
Manchester£240–£330 / day
Birmingham£250–£340 / day
Glasgow£240–£330 / day
Cardiff£230–£320 / day

Sources used for this guide

Checkatrade

Tradesperson Costs in 2026: Day & Hourly Rates UK

Published / checked: April 2026

Used for: Bricklayer, carpenter, roofer, tiler, kitchen fitter, labourer and landscaper rate benchmarks

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Frequently asked questions

What is a kitchen fitter day rate?

A current UK planning range is around £250–£350 per day.

Does a kitchen fitter rate include plumbing and electrics?

Do not assume so. Gas, plumbing and electrical work may require separate qualified trades and should be itemised.

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