Kitchen Fitter Hourly Rate Calculator UK

Pre-filled with typical kitchen fitter costs. Find your minimum hourly rate and suggested charges updated for 2025/26 tax year.

Pre-filled for kitchen fitters: mid-range overheads reflecting specialist fitting tools, transport requirements, and hardware costs.

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Kitchen fitting overheads include precision tools, transport for units, specialist hardware, and liability insurance. Use the Overhead Calculator for an exact figure.

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What is the average hourly rate for a kitchen fitter in the UK?

The typical kitchen fitter hourly rate in the UK ranges from £22–£40/hr nationally. In London and the South East, rates reach £32–£55/hr.

Kitchen fitters typically charge £22–£40/hr nationally. In London and the South East, expect £32–£55/hr. Day rate is often more common as most jobs are priced as a fixed daily or project rate.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the average hourly rate for a kitchen fitter in the UK?
    Kitchen fitters typically charge £22–£40/hr nationally. In London and the South East, expect £32–£55/hr. Day rate is often more common as most jobs are priced as a fixed daily or project rate.
  • Should kitchen fitters charge by the hour or day?
    Day rate is usually better for kitchen fitting. It avoids disputes over time taken and is easier for clients to budget. Quote a fixed price per day or for the whole project.
  • How many days does it take to fit a kitchen?
    A basic kitchen replacement typically takes 2–3 days. A full installation with plumbing, electrical, and tiling can run 5–10 days depending on complexity.

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