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How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Ireland?
€8,000 - €25,000
per kitchen (full renovation)
Give your existing kitchen a new lease of life
A kitchen refurbishment can change the way the room looks and works without necessarily replacing every part of it. You might keep the existing layout while replacing the doors, worktops, flooring, lighting or appliances.
For some homes, a targeted refurbishment is enough to make the kitchen feel completely different. For others, the existing layout or condition may make a more extensive renovation worthwhile.
What should you keep and what should you replace?
Start by looking at what is still working well.
If your cabinets are structurally sound, you may not need to replace them all. New doors, handles and worktops can change their appearance, while updating lighting or flooring can improve the room as a whole.
If the layout makes the kitchen difficult to use, moving units, plumbing or electrical points can turn a cosmetic refurbishment into a larger project. A professional can help you work out where the money will make the biggest difference.
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Ireland?
A full kitchen renovation in Ireland costs around €8,000 to €25,000 per kitchen.
The final price depends on the size of the kitchen, the materials you choose and how much needs to be changed. Replacing finishes and fittings will usually involve less work than changing the layout, services and cabinetry.
When comparing quotes, check whether appliances, worktops, flooring, plumbing, electrical work and finishing are included. A quote covering only the visible kitchen units is not directly comparable with a full refurbishment package.
A kitchen refurbishment involves several trades
Kitchen work is rarely limited to one type of professional.
Depending on the project, you may need a kitchen fitter alongside a plumber, electrician, tiler or general builder. Bark's Irish kitchen refurbishment category also lists these types of related services for renovation projects.
If you're coordinating several trades yourself, agree the order of work before anything is removed. This can help avoid installing new finishes before the plumbing or electrical work is complete.
Don't underestimate the work behind the units
A kitchen can look straightforward from the outside while hiding problems behind cabinets and appliances.
Old plumbing, damaged walls, uneven floors or outdated wiring may only become apparent once the existing kitchen is removed. If your quote allows for possible remedial work, ask exactly how unexpected costs will be handled.
For significant structural or building work, a general builder may be better placed to manage the wider project.
Worktops and splashbacks can change the whole look
You don't always need to replace every cabinet to make a noticeable difference.
A new worktop or splashback can give an older kitchen a more modern finish, particularly when combined with updated cabinet doors and handles. The material you choose will affect both the appearance and the budget.
If you're only replacing these elements, you can compare specialists for worktops rather than paying for a complete kitchen refurbishment.
Plan plumbing and electrics before the finishing work
Moving a sink, dishwasher or cooker can require changes to existing services.
The same applies to adding sockets, changing lighting or installing new appliances. These jobs are easier to deal with before cabinets, flooring and wall finishes are completed.
Use a qualified electrician for electrical work and a suitable plumber where changes to water or waste connections are required.
Flooring and tiling are easy to overlook
A refurbished kitchen can look mismatched if the new units are installed around tired flooring or dated tiles.
Decide early whether the existing floor and wall finishes are staying. If they are being replaced, make sure the timing works with the rest of the installation.
A tiler can handle new kitchen wall or floor tiles, including work that needs to be coordinated around cabinets and appliances.
Get a detailed quote before work starts
Kitchen refurbishment quotes can differ because contractors include different parts of the project.
Ask for the scope to cover removal of the old kitchen, installation, materials, appliances and finishing work where relevant. Check whether waste removal, delivery and any remedial work are included or charged separately.
It is also worth confirming who is responsible for coordinating the different trades. Knowing this before work starts can make the project much easier to manage.
Finding a kitchen refurbishment specialist on Bark
Bark can connect you with kitchen refurbishment specialists across Ireland. Share the changes you want to make, the current condition of your kitchen and whether you're keeping the existing layout.
You can then compare local professionals, reviews and quotes before deciding who to hire. Bark's Irish kitchen refurbishment service lets you review profiles and contact professionals without having to commit to hiring one.
FAQs
Bark's data suggests a kitchen renovation typically costs between €8,000 and €25,000, with basic refreshes lower and high-end, bespoke kitchens higher. The spec of units and worktops, appliances, and the extent of the work are the main drivers. Share your kitchen size and plans on Bark for accurate quotes near you.