What should you know before starting in Halesowen?
Planning permission is rarely needed for this work in Halesowen. We'll still look at access, parking for deliveries and any shared boundaries before we price it.
- Checking the carcasses first stops new doors being fitted to cabinets that won't last.
- Most fitted kitchens use standard unit widths, so replacement doors are widely available.
- Replacing doors and worktops on existing units doesn't usually need Building Regulations approval.
- Postcode district
- B63
- Planning and building control
- Dudley Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 5 miles
Options to consider in Halesowen
Handles, hinges and drawer runners
Swapping handles changes the style at very low cost, and upgrading to soft-close hinges and runners makes old units feel new. New handles may not line up with old screw holes, so they're usually fitted at the same time as new doors, or the old holes are filled carefully.
New worktops
Replacing tired worktops changes a kitchen more than almost anything else. Laminate is quick and affordable, solid wood brings warmth, and quartz or compact laminate is hard-wearing. Changing worktops means disconnecting the sink and hob, so plumbing and, for a gas hob, a Gas Safe registered engineer are included where needed.
How much should you budget in Halesowen?
Prices in Halesowen match the rest of our area: £1,200–£11,000 depending on size and specification. New doors, drawer fronts, handles and laminate worktops for a 12-unit kitchen: usually £3,200–£4,800.
| Option | Guide price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Doors, drawer fronts and handles | £1,200 – £3,000 | Same worktops, new look |
| Doors, worktops and splashback | £3,000 – £6,500 | A full refresh |
| Full makeover with stone worktops and lighting | £6,500 – £11,000 | Quartz or similar, new sink, tap and lights |
Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.
Your questions answered
What guarantees do replacement doors and worktops have?
Doors, worktops, sinks, taps and hinges carry their own manufacturers' guarantees, and the terms for each product are set out in your quote. Some worktop guarantees depend on correct sealing and care, so we'll tell you what the manufacturer asks for. If anything we fitted isn't right afterwards, call us and we'll come back to look at it.
Do you cover Halesowen?
Yes. Halesowen (B63) is about 5 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.
How long does a kitchen makeover take?
Most take 2–4 days on site. Doors and drawer fronts usually take a day or two, and laminate or wood worktops another day or so. Stone worktops are templated after any unit adjustments and fitted up to two weeks later. You can keep using the kitchen for most of the work, apart from a day or so while the sink and hob are disconnected.
Will I need permission from the council in Halesowen?
Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Dudley Council would need to give listed building consent first.
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Book a free kitchen check in Halesowen and we'll tell you honestly whether a makeover or a refit makes more sense.