Kitchen makeovers in Perry Barr

Planning your kitchen makeover in Perry Barr

Planning permission is rarely needed for this work in Perry Barr. We'll still look at access, parking for deliveries and any shared boundaries before we price it.

Glass splashbacks behind a hob need to be heat-rated and fitted with the hob manufacturer's clearances.
A gas hob taken out for new worktops must be reconnected by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Replacing doors and worktops on existing units doesn't usually need Building Regulations approval.

Postcode district: B42
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 4 miles

Options to consider in Perry Barr

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.

Replacement doors and drawer fronts

New doors in shaker, slab, gloss or wood-effect finishes, made to fit your existing carcasses. Most fitted kitchens use standard unit sizes, so replacement doors are easy to source; older or unusual kitchens may need made-to-measure doors. New end panels, plinths and cornice are matched so the finish looks complete rather than patched.

Guide prices for Perry Barr

For a home in Perry Barr, our guide range is £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.

Guide prices for kitchen makeovers
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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Questions about kitchen makeovers in Perry Barr

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.

Which postcodes in Perry Barr do you work in?

We cover B42 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Perry Barr, neighbouring Aston and Handsworth are covered too.

How do I know if my units are good enough to keep?

Open the cupboard under the sink and the one beside the dishwasher. If the chipboard is swollen, crumbly or stained, those units may need replacing. Check that cabinets are level, backs are intact and hinges hold their screws. We check every cabinet at the survey and will tell you straight if a makeover isn't the right answer.

Does Birmingham City Council need to approve my kitchen makeover?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Birmingham City Council would need to give listed building consent first.

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Book a free kitchen check in Perry Barr and we'll tell you honestly whether a makeover or a refit makes more sense.