Installation & Trades

Old Kitchen Removal and Disposal: What Happens on Day One

How we strip out an old kitchen safely and cleanly.

19 August 2026 · 2 min read

Every new kitchen starts with taking the old one out. Done carefully, the strip-out protects your home, keeps services safe and leaves a clean space ready for the new kitchen.

1. Protecting your home

Before anything is removed, we protect floors, stairs, doorways and adjoining rooms. Dust sheets and floor protection stay down for the whole project.

2. Safe disconnection

Water is isolated and capped, electrical circuits are made safe, and gas appliances are disconnected by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Nothing is removed until it is safe to do so.

3. Removing units, worktops and appliances

Wall units, base units, worktops, tiles where needed and old appliances are taken out. We check the walls behind for damp, damage or old pipework that needs attention.

4. Waste removal

All waste is taken away and disposed of responsibly. In London, where skips are often impractical or need permits, we remove the waste for you so it does not sit outside your home.

5. Preparing for the new kitchen

Once the room is clear, first-fix plumbing and electrics can start, and walls are prepared for the new units.

Can I keep parts of my old kitchen?

Yes. If you want to reuse appliances, sell the old units or donate them, let us know before day one and we will remove them carefully.

Removal and disposal are included in our turnkey kitchen installations. Get a free quote.

Frequently asked questions

How long does kitchen removal take?

For most kitchens, removal and disposal are completed on the first day of the project.

Do I need a skip?

Usually not. We take the waste away ourselves, which avoids skip permits and having a skip outside your home.

Can old appliances be removed too?

Yes. Let us know which appliances are being replaced and we will disconnect and remove them, or keep them aside if you plan to sell or reuse them.

What if you find damp behind the old units?

We show you what we have found, explain the options and agree any extra work before continuing, so there are no surprises on the invoice.

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