Kitchen partial refit

2 days

It would increase it from 1-2 days

Both bench/kitchen tops can be removed without disturbing the cabinets below. If either of the tops is within 3 walls, and the walls are tiled, removal will take longer.
I would estimate 2 days to complete all the work mentioned with both 3 meter runs

Yes you can absolutely replace the worktop without disturbing the cabinetry.

To add the extra length of worktop the cost including the work required in removing and refitting your job would be approx an additional £350 - £400.

The cost increase for replacing the benchtop on the other side with a gas hob will depend on various factors, including the materials chosen, labor costs, and your location. Generally, replacing a benchtop with a gas hob can be more complex and costly compared to a standard benchtop replacement without appliances. Here are some considerations:

Materials: The cost of the benchtop material itself will vary. Laminate is usually less expensive than materials like stone or quartz.

Gas Hob Installation: Installing a gas hob involves connecting gas lines, ensuring proper ventilation, and ensuring it complies with safety regulations. This can add to the cost.

Labor: The additional work required to install the gas hob and make sure it functions safely can increase labor costs.

Cabinetry Modification: Depending on the existing cabinetry, some modifications might be necessary to accommodate the gas hob. This could include cutting a hole for the hob and potentially reinforcing the cabinet to support it.

Timeframe: While a standard benchtop replacement might take a day, adding a gas hob installation might extend the timeline to two days or more, as it requires careful and precise work.

Unforeseen Issues: Sometimes, when older kitchens are opened up for renovation, unforeseen issues with plumbing or wiring can arise, adding to the overall cost and timeline.

To get an accurate estimate, it's best to consult with a kitchen fitter or contractor who can assess your specific kitchen, discuss your preferences for materials, and provide a detailed quote. They can also advise on whether the existing cabinetry can be preserved or if modifications are needed.

Regarding the potential damage to cabinetry, a skilled kitchen fitter should be able to perform the work with minimal or no damage to the existing cabinetry. However, this depends on the condition of the current cabinets and the care taken during installation.

Finally, since your kitchen is relatively new (about 10 years old), it's more likely that the existing cabinets can be preserved without major issues. Victorian houses often have unique features, so it's essential to have a professional assess the specific situation to provide the most accurate information and estimate.

Hi, generally if extra work is added that will increase the time of work. In your case maybe the work can be done in a day, but depends of many factors. You can be sure the cabinets bellow will not be affected from changing the worktops, their feet can be screwed back down and this will allow space for work. More to worry about in such case are the tiles above worktops, sometimes some of them can come loose or damaged, removing the worktops should be done with great care , especially if the tiles are small size and you like to keep them. Timewise is to consider the cutting for sinks and gas hob, plumbing work, are you intending to use old sinks and hob or new ones. New is easier to work with. Old needs cleaning, removing old sealants and more. In my opinion allow 2 days as you'll need new sealant all around as well. Good luck ????

Hi, I would strongly advise you to replace the cabinets as well. Under the circumstances it is difficult to say wether the 10 yo cabinets will survive the renovation. It would be a good idea to replace the whole lot - there will be no surprises, such as rotten cabinets or outdated plumbing, and you’ll have a piece of mind. You would likely end up with a 50-60% increase in costs, however you’ll save a fortune in a long run, dodging that nasty leak from an old pipe. Besides, a gas hob connection on a 10yo kitchen probably wouldn’t pass a safety assessment.
The proposed solution will take longer and more expensive, however it’s the way to go.
After all, it’s your safety.

Hello
It shouldn't take more that to days , still a lot of job to be done sounds small things but those are the things that take more time on a kitchen instalation
The price is variable starting from 380 up to 550/600 for all the repairs required
Thanks you very much

Kind regards
Tzouliano Dima

Guess 2 days work depending on any unexpected problems

Adding the replacement of the benchtop with a gas hob will likely increase the overall cost and may extend the timeline of the project. Damage to the cabinetry can be minimized with careful installation. It's best to consult with your kitchen fitter for a specific quote and timeline based on your preferences and kitchen layout.

I would expect the work involved to do that would be about 1.5 days so will depend on the fitter I would expect to see another 50% minimum added on as removing and refitting a worktop isn’t a quick job, depending on fitter will depend whether you will need to get someone to disconnect and reconnect the hob so another cost to think about