How much does kitchen renovation cost in Ireland?
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Key takeaways
- Most kitchen renovation jobs in Ireland land between €6,000–€80,000 — known locally as kitchen renovation.
- Irish law requires Safe Electric registered electricians for restricted electrical works and RGII registered installers for gas — both routinely triggered by kitchen renovations. Internal kitchen refits need no planning permission, though structural openings must comply with Building Regulations.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Kitchen Renovation prices by job size in Ireland
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget kitchen Value range fitted in the existing layout | €6,000 | €10,000 | €15,000 |
| Mid-range kitchen Quality units, stone or solid laminate worktops, new appliances | €15,000 | €22,000 | €30,000 |
| High-end kitchen Bespoke cabinetry, stone worktops, layout changes | €30,000 | €45,000 | €80,000 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per day (kitchen fitter) | €250 | €320 | €450 |
What affects the price
- Job size and scope — bigger or more complex jobs move you up the ranges above.
- Access and condition — hard-to-reach areas, older properties or neglected maintenance add labour time.
- Materials and quality level — where materials are involved, the grade you choose often matters more than labour.
- Urgency — same-day or out-of-hours work usually carries a premium.
- Where you live — large metros in Ireland typically run above the national range; smaller towns below it.
How to save
- Get at least three quotes and compare like-for-like scopes, not just totals.
- Be flexible on timing — off-peak slots are often cheaper.
- Bundle related tasks into one visit to spread call-out costs.
- Agree the scope in writing up front to avoid change-order surprises.
How to hire a kitchen renovation pro in Ireland
- Confirm a Safe Electric registered electrician for new circuits (cooker, hob) — legally required
- Confirm an RGII registered gas installer for any gas hob or boiler-related work — legally required
- Get the quote itemized: units, worktops, appliances, fitting, trades, and disposal
- Ask about lead times — Irish kitchen manufacturers and fitters commonly run 6-12 week queues
- Agree staged payments tied to cabinet order, delivery, and installation milestones
- Check flooring scope: continuous flooring under units versus around them changes both price and future flexibility
Red flags
- Unregistered workers on gas or electrical (illegal in Ireland)
- Full payment requested at order with nothing held for installation
- Showroom price that quietly excludes fitting and trades
- No written quote or contract
- No recent installs you can contact
How Handld researches prices
These are researched estimates, not quotes and not our transaction data. We compile ranges from published sources — national statistics, trade bodies and incumbent cost guides — normalise them to EUR, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: Extrapolated from UK Checkatrade kitchen data at Irish price levels; Safe Electric and RGII registration requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Should I supply appliances myself or through the contractor?
Appliances are the easiest item to self-supply because they are standardized and heavily discounted in sales — just lock in exact models before cabinets are ordered, since cabinet openings are built to them. Let the contractor handle anything built-in that affects warranty or gas/electrical certification, and agree in writing who is responsible if a self-supplied appliance arrives late or damaged.
Which benchtop material should I choose?
Laminate is the budget option and modern laminates are far better than their reputation. Engineered stone/quartz is the mid-to-upper standard — durable and consistent (note some countries now restrict high-silica products). Natural granite and sintered surfaces sit above it; solid timber and stainless serve specific styles. Price the benchtop with cutouts and edge profiles included, as those add meaningfully.
Flat-pack, semi-custom, or fully custom cabinets?
Flat-pack (IKEA-type) is the budget floor and works well in standard-shaped rooms with a good installer. Semi-custom modular ranges fit most kitchens at mid price. Fully custom joinery costs a large premium and earns it only for awkward spaces, non-standard heights, or specific design goals. The door and drawer hardware quality matters more to daily life than the box construction.
What drives the cost of a kitchen renovation most?
Cabinetry — it typically consumes 30-40% of the budget, more than appliances or benchtops. After cabinets: whether you move plumbing or gas, appliance tier, benchtop material, and layout changes. A same-layout renovation with mid-range cabinets is routinely half the price of a relocated kitchen with custom joinery.
Is it worth just refacing cabinets instead of a full renovation?
If the cabinet carcasses are sound and you like the layout, replacing doors, drawer fronts, hardware, and the benchtop delivers most of the visual change for roughly a third to half the cost of a full renovation. It is not worth it when carcasses are water-damaged, the layout fails you daily, or services need rework anyway — then you'd pay twice.
How much does a new kitchen cost in Ireland?
Budget fitted kitchens run roughly €6,000-€15,000, mid-range €15,000-€30,000, and bespoke high-end kitchens €30,000-€80,000. Dublin trades pricing and long fitter lead times push real-world totals toward the upper half of each band.
Should I buy my kitchen from a showroom or go supply-plus-independent-fitter in Ireland?
Showrooms bundle design and installation but their fit price is often 15-25% above an independent fitter doing the same units. If your layout is standard, buying units directly and hiring a recommended fitter plus registered trades saves real money; complex layouts justify the showroom's single point of responsibility.
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