Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Kitchen or Bathroom Fitter
Before you commit to a kitchen or bathroom fitter, there are specific questions worth asking. The answers will tell you a great deal about how the project will be managed.
Choosing a kitchen or bathroom fitter is not just about comparing prices. The questions you ask before hiring will give you a much clearer picture of how the project will be managed, who will be on site, and what happens if something goes wrong.
Are all trades in-house or subcontracted? A kitchen or bathroom installation involves multiple trades — carpentry, plumbing, electrics, tiling and flooring. Ask directly whether the company employs all of these in-house or whether some are subcontracted. In-house trades mean better coordination, clearer accountability, and no risk of delays caused by a subcontractor's availability.
Can you provide a detailed written quote? A professional fitter will provide a written quote that separates labour from materials, lists the specific products being supplied, and sets out the programme of work. If a fitter is reluctant to provide this, or provides only a vague total figure, that is a warning sign.
Will the electrical work be certified under Part P? Any electrical work carried out as part of a kitchen or bathroom installation must be certified under Part P of the Building Regulations. Ask for confirmation that this will be provided on completion. Without it, you may have difficulty selling your home or making an insurance claim.
Who will be on site each day, and will the same people be there throughout? Consistency matters in a renovation. Knowing who will be in your home and having a named contact for questions makes the process significantly less stressful.
What happens if something goes wrong or the work takes longer than expected? Ask how the company handles snagging, delays and unexpected issues. A reputable fitter will have a clear process for addressing problems and will not disappear once the main work is done.
Can you provide references or verified reviews? Ask for references from recent customers, or check the company's profile on TrustATrader or Google Reviews. A company with a long track record of verified reviews is a more reliable indicator of quality than a handful of recent testimonials.
IK Master Build Ltd are happy to answer all of these questions. Call 07402 059 555 to discuss your project and arrange a free, no-obligation quote.