What should you know before starting in Wyken?
Your kitchen makeover won't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. The exception is a listed building in Wyken, where changes may need listed building consent from Coventry City Council.
- Soft-close hinges and drawer runners are an inexpensive upgrade that makes older units feel new.
- Glass splashbacks behind a hob need to be heat-rated and fitted with the hob manufacturer's clearances.
- Adding lights to an existing kitchen circuit isn't notifiable, but a new circuit from the consumer unit is.
- Postcode district
- CV2
- Planning and building control
- Coventry City Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 23 miles
Options to consider in Wyken
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.
How much should you budget in Wyken?
Prices in Wyken 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.
Before you book in Wyken
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.
How do I book a survey in Wyken?
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.
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.
Who approves kitchen makeovers in Wyken?
Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Coventry City Council would need to give listed building consent first.
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Book a free kitchen check in Wyken and we'll tell you honestly whether a makeover or a refit makes more sense.