Best way to get a new kitchen fitted?

geek84

Hi Folks

I am thinking of having my old kitchen replaced with newunits. However, I don’t know much about modern appliances that need to go in newkitchens, pipe works and gas pipes etc.
Therefore, I am thinking of having the kitchen designed andpriced professionally, such as the guys from Home Base. and get a local handyman to do the fitting. Do you think that would be a good idea?
Also, I don’t want to get ripped off by a local tradesman,so how can I make sure that Iam payinga reasonable price.
Thanks in advance for your responses.

Leif

You want a kitchen fitter, not a handy man.

phill99

Leif is correct. I would also add that you need a good kitchen fitter. A good fitter will make a cheap kitchen look a million dollars. Employ a man with a hammer and saw who calls himself a kitchen fitter and your investment will look like the bomb squad has had a go at it.

You also need someone that will either sub contract the gas and electrical work or who can recommend someone and will do their part of the work in conjunction with the fitter.

geek84

Thanks for the advice folks.

premkit

1 where are you
2 homebase are not regarded as good, product wise.
3 research your fitter, you are paying a lot of money for a kitchen get a good fitter.
4 you can get ripped off localy and nationally, with everything. get some prices and post them.

good luck, its a mine field.

Leif

Where are you based?