Kitchen renovation costs depend on the existing room, the proposed layout and your selections. Overseas retail packages and general price guides cannot account for the condition of your Melbourne property or the work needed behind the finishes.

For a project-specific discussion, contact Cameron Construction. Start with your priorities, approximate budget and any photographs or drawings of the existing kitchen.

Define the scope before comparing prices

Refreshing finishes and replacing a complete kitchen are different projects. List what you intend to retain and what needs to change, including cabinetry, benchtops, appliances, splashbacks, flooring and lighting.

Moving walls, sinks or appliances can affect several trades. Check whether the proposal includes demolition, disposal, plumbing, electrical work, wall repairs and painting as well as the new kitchen itself.

Understand the main cost drivers

Cabinet sizes, internal storage, hardware, benchtop materials and appliance selections all affect the budget. Custom work may be needed where the room is uneven or where the design must fit existing building features.

Structural changes and hidden damage can also affect the scope. Investigating the existing building early helps identify issues that may otherwise become variations during construction.

Plan the room around daily use

Think about preparation space, circulation, storage and the relationship between the kitchen and adjoining rooms. Make room for appliance doors to open and for more than one person to use the space comfortably.

If the work forms part of a wider renovation or extension, Dwelling on Design can discuss building design and drafting. Coordinate the kitchen layout with any changes to walls, stairs, windows and external doors before finalising the documentation.

Read allowances and exclusions carefully

Ask which selections are fixed and which remain allowances. Confirm whether installation, delivery, removal of the old kitchen and making good surrounding surfaces are included. Record changes to the scope in writing.

Set aside a contingency appropriate to your property and project. Avoid treating a headline price as a complete budget until the inclusions, exclusions and existing conditions have been assessed.

Arrange a kitchen renovation discussion

Cameron Construction is our associated renovation and extension business. Discuss the scope, your suburb and preferred timing directly with the team. A documented proposal based on your home provides a clearer basis for deciding how to proceed.