Costs & Planning

Kitchen Fitting Quotes: What a Fixed-Price Quote Should Include

How to read a kitchen installation quote and spot hidden extras.

28 September 2026 · 2 min read

Comparing kitchen installation quotes can be confusing. One fitter quotes a single number, another lists twenty lines, and a third gives a day rate. The goal is simple: know exactly what you are paying for and avoid surprises halfway through the job.

What a good quote includes

Scope of work: strip-out, unit fitting, appliances, worktops, plumbing, electrics, gas, plastering, tiling and decorating — each listed clearly.
Who supplies what: units, worktops, sink, tap, splashback, tiles, sockets and materials.
Waste removal and protection of floors and other rooms.
Timeline with an agreed start date and expected duration.
Payment stages linked to work completed.
Guarantee on workmanship, in writing.
Certificates you will receive for gas and electrical work.

Fixed price vs estimate

An estimate can change once work starts; a fixed price should not, unless you change the scope. At Surchan Kitchen we give fixed-price quotes after a free home survey, so the number we agree is the number you pay.

Red flags

Large cash payments up front before any work is done.
Gas work “done by a mate” — gas work must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
No mention of electrical certificates.
Vague lines such as “plumbing as required”.
No written guarantee.

Questions to ask every fitter

Is this a fixed price or an estimate?
Which trades are your own team and which are subcontracted?
Are you insured, and can I see the certificate?
What happens if parts are missing from my delivery?
How do you protect my home and deal with waste?

Get a quote you can compare

We are happy to be compared. Request a free survey and you will receive a written quote that lists every trade, every stage and every payment.

Frequently asked questions

What could change a fixed price?

Only a change in scope that you agree to, such as adding extra sockets, moving the sink to a new wall or adding tiling that was not in the original plan. Any change is priced and agreed in writing before it is done.

Is VAT included in your quotes?

Our quotes clearly state how VAT is treated, so there is no confusion when the invoice arrives. Always check this line on any quote you compare.

Do you subcontract the work?

Carpentry, plumbing and electrics are handled by our own team, and gas work is carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers. Specialist items such as stone worktops are made by trusted suppliers.

How quickly will I receive my quote?

After the free home survey, you normally receive a written, itemised quote within a few working days.

What Our Clients Say

From the very first survey to the final clean-up, the whole process was seamless. Our handleless kitchen in Kensington turned out exactly as we'd hoped - sleek, practical, and beautifully finished. Communication throughout was excellent, and every trade turned up exactly when they said they would.

Oliver & Sophia Bennett

We couldn't be happier with our new shaker kitchen in Richmond. The team managed everything - plumbing, electrics, plastering - without a single hiccup. The navy blue cabinetry looks stunning and the custom pantry unit has completely changed how we store things. Highly recommend.

James & Charlotte Davies

As someone who entertains often, I needed a kitchen that could keep up. Surchan Kitchen delivered a genuinely industrial-style space in Chelsea that's both striking and durable. The fixed price they quoted at the start was exactly what I paid - no surprises, no add-ons.

Alexander Wright

Our Marylebone kitchen installation was handled with real professionalism from start to finish. The oak finishes and marble worktops were fitted with incredible precision, and the team was respectful of our home throughout the whole project. We'd use them again without hesitation.

Liam & Maya Patel

I have a small flat in Notting Hill and honestly didn't think I'd get this much storage out of the space. The team was creative with the layout and every recommendation they made turned out to be the right one. Tidy, professional, and finished on schedule.

Emily Clarke

Renovating a period property in Mayfair comes with its own challenges, but Surchan Kitchen handled it brilliantly. The sage green cabinetry and the wine display unit are exactly what we envisioned. Every member of the team was courteous and clearly experienced.

Edward & Victoria Hastings

Our Chiswick kitchen is now the heart of the house. The terracotta and off-white combination was a bold choice but the team executed it perfectly. The extended dining table built into the island has become everyone's favourite spot. Great value and great communication.

Benjamin & Chloe Evans

With four kids at home, we needed something that could withstand daily chaos. The Ealing installation has held up brilliantly and looks just as good months later. The team clearly understood what a busy family kitchen actually needs, not just how it should look.

Thomas & Grace Robinson

Straightforward, honest, and well priced. My Hammersmith kitchen was completed on time with no unexpected costs. I appreciated how clearly everything was explained before work started, and the finish quality has genuinely exceeded what I paid for.

Daniel Harris

Surchan Kitchen transformed our outdated galley kitchen into something we're genuinely proud of. The survey process was thorough and the final quote matched exactly what we were told at the start. Couldn't recommend the team more.

Sophie Turner

We interviewed three companies before choosing Surchan Kitchen, and it was the right decision. Their attention to detail during the planning stage saved us from several layout mistakes we hadn't considered. The finished kitchen speaks for itself.

Rebecca & Mark Foster

Professional from day one. The old kitchen was removed and the new one installed within the timeframe we were given, and the finish is excellent. It's rare to find a company that does exactly what it says it will, but that's exactly what happened here.

Amelia Cooper