How much does a Glasgow kitchen renovation cost?
A Glasgow kitchen renovation costs £4,000–£8,000 for a cosmetic refresh, £12,000–£25,000 for a full refit and £30,000+ for an extension renovation, all-in.
The bands reflect real jobs completed by our expert Glasgow fitters over the last 12 months. Every quote from Glasgow Kitchen Fitters is itemised across cabinetry, worktops, appliances, labour and waste — no lump-sum figures.
How is the budget split across cost lines?
The budget splits typically 30–40% cabinetry, 10–15% worktops, 10–20% appliances, 25–35% labour and 3–5% permits and waste, plus 10–15% contingency.
Cabinetry is the biggest single line, and the choice between rigid German cabinetry and flat-pack UK cabinetry drives 20–30% of the total renovation cost. Worktop choice — laminate vs quartz vs stone — moves the total by another 5–10%.
Why do you need a 10% contingency?
You need a 10% contingency because Glasgow renovations often reveal hidden issues — old lath-and-plaster walls, non-compliant wiring, buried gas pipes and rot at sink corners — that add cost after strip-out.
On tenement flats the contingency should be 15%: chimney flues, listed sandstone restrictions and stair-carry logistics can all trigger unbudgeted costs. Unused contingency stays in your account — it is not part of the fitter's quote.
How does the payment schedule work?
Payment on a Glasgow renovation runs in five stages: survey (nil), design sign-off (deposit 10%), delivery (30%), start on site (30%), and snag sign-off (30%).
A final retention of 5–10% is common and released when every snag on the handover list is closed. Never pay 100% up front to any fitter — reputable Glasgow fitters do not ask for it.
What hidden costs are common in Glasgow renovations?
Common hidden costs are Council parking permits for skips, factor consent letters on tenements, stair-carry surcharges, chimney sweep certificates and Building Warrant fees when scope changes mid-project.
Skip permits from Glasgow City Council are around £70–£120 per week. Factor consent letters are typically £30–£150. Stair carries above the second floor add £150–£300 per delivery day. Ask your fitter to itemise these lines in the fixed-price quote so nothing surprises you.
Typical Glasgow kitchen renovation budget split
| Line | % of total | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinetry | 30–40% | Rigid vs flat-pack, door material driver |
| Worktops | 10–15% | Laminate cheapest, quartz mid, granite premium |
| Appliances | 10–20% | Integrated vs freestanding decision |
| Labour | 25–35% | Higher when services move or wall removed |
| Waste, permits, warrant | 3–5% | Skip permit, factor letter, warrant fee |
| Contingency | 10–15% | Hold, don't spend, until snag closed |