Kitchen design and fit company

Homeowners planning a full kitchen renovation who want one company to manage everything.

A project price covering design, units, worktops and labour, with a margin on supplied materials and on managing the trades.

• Kitchen design and planning software
• Project management and scheduling
• Quoting and pricing accurately
• Managing and paying subcontractors

• Public liability insurance, and employer's liability insurance once you employ anyone
• Check which trades need to be registered, such as Gas Safe for gas work and a competent person scheme for electrics
• Take deposits carefully and keep them clearly accounted for, as supplier delays or insolvency can leave customers out of pocket
• Use a clear written contract covering scope, timing, changes and payment stages
• Consumer rules apply to home improvement sales, including cancellation rights for contracts agreed in the home, so check the details
• Cash flow can be tight when you pay for units before the customer's final payment

Startup costs are typically around £5,000 to £25,000, depending on your setup and how you work. These are estimates, so budget for your own design tools, insurance and working capital.

Check which trades need to be registered, such as Gas Safe for gas work and a competent person scheme for electrics. Also check insurance, including employer's liability once you employ anyone, a clear written contract, how you account for deposits, and consumer cancellation rights for contracts agreed in the home.

Monthly revenue is typically around £5,000 to £25,000, depending on how many kitchens you complete. The estimate assumes at least about 30 hours a week, and cash flow can be tight because you pay for units before the final payment.