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Kitchen Renovation in South East London & Kent

Looking for reliable kitchen fitters in South East London or Kent? We deliver full kitchen renovations — from unit fitting and worktop installation to tiling, appliance integration and structural changes — with plumbing and electrics coordinated throughout.

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Kitchen Services We Offer

A kitchen renovation is one of the best investments in a South East London or Kent property — adding value, improving daily life and transforming how a home feels. We manage the full fit-out from strip-out to snagging, so you have one team responsible for everything.

Most popular

Full Kitchen Renovations

Strip-out of the old kitchen and a complete new fit-out: units, worktops, splashback tiling, flooring and decoration. We work with your chosen kitchen supplier or can advise on options. Whether it's a shaker-style family kitchen or a sleek modern design, we manage the installation from first day to final clean.

High value

Open-Plan Kitchen-Diner Conversions

One of the most requested projects in South East London — removing the wall between a kitchen and dining or living room to create an open-plan ground floor. We handle the structural wall removal, RSJ installation and building regulations compliance, then complete the kitchen fit-out in the newly opened space. Popular in properties across Lewisham, Greenwich and Bexleyheath.

Extension combined

Kitchen Extensions

Combining a rear extension with a new kitchen is the most popular project type we deliver. The extension creates the space and the kitchen fit-out fills it — managed as one coordinated programme rather than two separate contracts. Common in semi-detached and terraced homes across Sidcup, Dartford and Bromley.

Landlords & developers

Kitchen Refits for Rental Properties

We fit durable, practical kitchens for rental properties and buy-to-let upgrades across South East London and Kent. Fast, clean and cost-effective — designed for longevity and easy maintenance.

What's Included in a Kitchen Renovation

Preparation & structure

Strip-Out & Structural Work

  • Full strip-out of existing kitchen
  • Waste removal and site clearance
  • Structural wall removal and RSJ installation (where required)
  • Building regulations notification and compliance
  • Floor levelling and preparation
  • Wall preparation for tiling and decoration
Fit-out & finish

Kitchen Installation

  • Unit fitting (base, wall and tall units)
  • Worktop templating, cutting and installation
  • Splashback and floor tiling
  • Appliance integration (oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge)
  • Sink and tap fitting
  • Plumbing and electrical coordination
  • Decoration and final clean
Supply or labour-only: We work with kitchens from IKEA, Wren, Howdens, bespoke joinery companies and other suppliers. Just have your kitchen ordered and we'll handle the installation — or ask us to source and supply everything.

Planning Permission & Building Regulations for Kitchens

Most kitchen renovations don't require planning permission, but there are some cases where building regulations or permitted development apply.

Usually no permission needed

Standard Kitchen Renovation

Replacing units, worktops and appliances in an existing kitchen space does not require planning permission or building regulations approval. A straightforward like-for-like kitchen refit can proceed without any formal applications.

May require approval

Structural & Extension Work

Any structural wall removal requires building regulations sign-off. Kitchen extensions require either permitted development approval or a full planning application depending on size. We advise on what applies to your property at the initial consultation stage.

Our Kitchen Renovation Process

Step by step
  • 1. Free consultation — site visit, measurements, brief and kitchen details agreed
  • 2. Quote & scope — clear, itemised quote with inclusions confirmed
  • 3. Programme agreed — start date, key stages, expected completion
  • 4. Strip-out & prep — old kitchen removed, structural work done
  • 5. Fit-out — units, worktops, tiling, appliances, plumbing, electrics
  • 6. Snagging & handover — final checks, clean handover
Typical timelines
  • Unit replacement (no structural work) — 5–8 working days
  • Full kitchen renovation — 1–2 weeks
  • Open-plan conversion (wall removal) — 2–3 weeks
  • Kitchen + rear extension — 10–16 weeks (combined programme)

Timelines depend on size, scope and materials. We confirm a realistic programme at quote stage.

Kitchen Renovations — Completed Projects

We've completed kitchen renovations across South East London and Kent — from simple unit replacements to full open-plan kitchen-diners as part of rear extensions.

Our completed kitchen projects include shaker-style kitchens with oak worktops, industrial designs with slate-effect surfaces, open-plan kitchen-diners created through wall removals, and kitchen renovations carried out as part of larger extension projects. Browse our gallery for examples.

Areas We Cover for Kitchen Renovation

We fit and renovate kitchens across South East London and Kent. Our core areas include Bexleyheath, Greenwich, Woolwich, Lewisham, Eltham, Sidcup, Dartford, Bromley, Blackheath and surrounding areas. Not sure if we cover your postcode? Send it over and we'll confirm.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kitchen Renovation

FAQ

How long does a kitchen renovation take?

A straightforward kitchen refit takes 5–10 working days. Renovations involving structural wall removal or combination with an extension take longer. We agree a realistic programme before starting.

FAQ

Do you supply the kitchen or is it labour only?

We can work either way. Many clients supply their own kitchen from a supplier of their choice and we handle the installation. We can also source and supply everything — confirmed in the quote.

FAQ

Do you handle plumbing and electrics?

Yes. We coordinate plumbing works and use our certified electrical partner MrFuse for electrical installation, so you get a fully compliant kitchen without managing separate contractors.

FAQ

Can you remove a wall to create open-plan space?

Yes. Structural wall removal and RSJ installation is something we do regularly. We handle the structural work and building regulations compliance before completing the kitchen fit-out.

FAQ

Can I combine a kitchen renovation with a rear extension?

Yes — and it's often the most cost-effective approach. We build the extension and fit the new kitchen as one coordinated programme. This is one of the most popular project types we deliver.

FAQ

Do you renovate kitchens in rental properties?

Yes. We work with landlords on kitchen refits between tenancies, fitting durable, practical kitchens quickly and to a budget, to minimise void periods.

FAQ

How do payments work?

We agree staged payments aligned to project milestones — so you always know what each payment covers and what has been completed before the next stage begins.

Ready to discuss your kitchen renovation?

Tell us your postcode and what you have in mind — new kitchen, open-plan conversion or kitchen extension. We'll come back with a clear next step and a free, no-obligation quote.

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Certified Electrical Partner – MrFuse

For kitchen electrical installations, consumer unit work and certification we collaborate with MrFuse – a certified electrical contractor. This means all electrical works in your kitchen are fully compliant and Part P certified.

Partner website: mrfuse.uk