Before your kitchen makeover in Heath Hayes
Planning permission is rarely needed for this work in Heath Hayes. 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.
- Soft-close hinges and drawer runners are an inexpensive upgrade that makes older units feel new.
- Adding lights to an existing kitchen circuit isn't notifiable, but a new circuit from the consumer unit is.
- Postcode district
- WS12
- Planning and building control
- Cannock Chase District Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 13 miles
Options to consider in Heath Hayes
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.
Lighting and small upgrades
Under-cabinet LED strips, plinth lights or new ceiling spotlights make the kitchen easier to work in. Adding lights to an existing kitchen circuit isn't notifiable, but a new circuit is, and either way the electrical work is tested. A new sink and tap or a replacement extractor can be added to the same visit.
What does your kitchen makeover cost in Heath Hayes?
Guide prices start at £1,200 and run to £11,000 depending on size and specification. New doors, drawer fronts, handles and laminate worktops for a 12-unit kitchen: around £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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Heath Hayes address.
Before you book in Heath Hayes
Will new doors fit my old kitchen?
Usually, yes. Most fitted kitchens use standard unit widths, so doors are widely available in many styles. Older or less common kitchens sometimes have unusual sizes or hinge positions, and then made-to-measure doors are the answer. We measure every door and drawer front individually rather than relying on catalogue sizes, so they fit first time.
How do I book a survey in Heath Hayes?
Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your kitchen makeover and arrange a time to visit.
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.
Does Cannock Chase District Council need to approve my kitchen makeover?
Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Cannock Chase District Council would need to give listed building consent first.
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Want to see what's possible on your budget? We'll price doors, worktops and splashback separately so you can choose.