Kitchen makeovers in Rugby

What should you know before starting in Rugby?

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

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.
Most fitted kitchens use standard unit widths, so replacement doors are widely available.

Postcode district: CV21
Planning and building control: Rugby Borough Council
From our West Bromwich base: 32 miles

Options to consider in Rugby

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.

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 Rugby?

For a home in Rugby, 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.

Kitchen makeovers in Rugby: common questions

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.

How do I book a survey in Rugby?

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.

What should I do before the makeover starts?

Clear the worktops and empty the cupboard under the sink, plus any cupboards whose doors are being changed on the first day. If worktops are being replaced, empty everything along those runs. Have a think about handle positions and splashback height before the fit, and keep a sample of your floor handy so we can check colours together.

Does Rugby Borough Council need to approve my kitchen makeover?

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

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Other home improvements in Rugby

Phone 0800 088 6248 to arrange a visit, or send a few photos of your kitchen with your postcode.