How a new kitchen can increase your house price

If you’re putting your home on the market, installing a new kitchen might seem counterproductive. But there are some really good reasons why it can make sound financial sense.

Should I install a new kitchen if I’m selling my home?

The North East housing market remains buoyant but discerning buyers will always pay more for their dream home – and that means a dream kitchen. The kitchen is the beating heart of most homes and it’s therefore vital that your kitchen has that “wow” factor when the estate agents bring prospective buyers for a viewing.

First impressions are everything when selling a home, and you can guarantee that all eyes will be on your kitchen.

How much can a new kitchen add to my property value?

Property experts believe that installing a new kitchen can add up to 10 percent to your house price. Of course, this varies wildly depending on the size, condition and location of your property. For example, if you’re fortunate enough to live in a £500,000 house, spending £20,000 on a new kitchen isn’t going to magically add £50,000 to the estate agent’s valuation! Similarly, if you’re in a £100,000 house, then a £20,000 on a new kitchen isn’t going to deliver a return on investment.

How can a new kitchen help me get the best price for my house?

Along with adding value to your home, a new kitchen can help you seal the deal and sell for the best possible price. This is because, when you present prospective buyers with a stunning new kitchen, you are solving a problem for them. They don’t have to go through the hassle and added cost of remodelling it after they move in. This is a big tick in the box for most home buyers, so can really help secure the sale.

Buying a new kitchen from a supplier like Callerton Kitchens also means you’re installing a kitchen built to last.

How can I know I’m making the right investment?

The best place to start is to talk to a kitchen designer. And we’re talking an actual kitchen designer with years of experience not a kitchen planner dropping units into a floor plan.Companies like Callerton Kitchens employ professional, experienced kitchen designers who are experts in helping you meet your goals.

They will ensure that your kitchen has form and function – meaning it looks good but also passes the practicality test. For example, we talk a lot about the golden triangle, which is all about quick and easy access between the fridge, oven and sinks. They can also help you optimise your kitchen storage space and much more.

A great designer can ensure that your kitchen is attractive to potential buyers while still ensuring that it fits with the overall aesthetic of the property. And most importantly, they can work wonders within your budget, so that you don’t overspend and that you have the best possible chance of a good return on your investment.

How do I get started?

The kitchen is often the focal point of a property – a good or bad kitchen can make or break a house sale.

Talk to our friendly experts about the best options for your home, and what will stand you in good stead when it comes to adding value to your house price.

Sheila Wilson

16/05/2021

We are very pleased with our new Callerton kitchen. It was installed very professionally during Covid restrictions. From the design concept discussed with Sam and throughout installation done by Chris, the experience and workmanship was second to none.

Maureen Wilkins

11/04/2021

Sam listened to all of our ideas and designed the kitchen exactly the way we wanted it, with really helpful suggestions and ideas that we hadn’t thought about. He was friendly and professional throughout. The quality of the kitchen is excellent and we love it. Any small issues that arose were dealt with and Lucy was brilliant at keeping us up to date and informed. There is a real commitment from all of the team to provide a quality product and service. Thank you to everyone at Callerton.

Andrew Murray

13/03/2021

We're really loving our new kitchen. Grace at Callerton designed us a kitchen which really works for us and looks great. The folk at Callerton kept us up to date during the work. Callerton and the contractors managed the project from start to finish. This was more than just a new kitchen - there were walls moving, new radiators, electrics and flooring. I would certainly recommend them.

Kim Barry

08/03/2021

We are delighted with our new kitchen. The quality is excellent and it looks great. Sam was spot on with the design and the fitting process was superb. We would definitely recommend Callerton Kitchens.

Mark Thompson

31/01/2021

Great people, excellent designs and high quality workmanship. Thompsons

Vanessa Jordan

20/01/2021

Starting with the design, we met Peter as we were still in “Kitchen Showroom Browsing Stage” and knew from then we wanted to come back to him to design our kitchen. Peter couldn’t have spent more time on our new kitchen and we valued his opinions from start to finish, nothing was too much hard work for him. He had some excellent ideas that we would never have come up with, and he knows his products and appliances inside out. He even came after the fit to show us any workings of the equipment, he went over and beyond our expectations. Chris the Installation Manager had everything organised with all the workmen needed to do every task in our kitchen and was always approachable and friendly, with a great sense of humour. The Installation Team, Dave & Leighton were *AMAZING*, if you get these guys on your kitchen, you wont be disappointed, they are efficient, have exceptional attention to detail and are really tidy and clean. We even enjoyed their company as they are such lovely people. Brad the electrician came up with some high tech solutions to not just the kitchen, but the extended room in the same area, we really respected his ideas and workmanship. Steve laid our floor and we had some delays due to the building/new patio doors needed, (not in Callertons control) but he was in touch all the time and the finished flooring is amazing. We did have some issues along the way (the kitchen was fitted during the Covid Lockdown so that also had some effect) however, I trusted Callerton 100% that each problem would be addressed and completed, and it was. We now have an amazing kitchen in a new extended room that has made a massive difference to our home and the way we live in it. I would recommend Callerton to anyone needing a new kitchen.

Graeme Robson

09/12/2020

From day 1 Sam, listened and helped us design the kitchen we always wanted. Simple, clean, functional and great quality. Sam looked after us and our needs all the way through to the final check that everything had met our expectations. Great local service, quality and price, thank you The Robson's

Gordon Thompson

29/11/2020

Excellent service throughout, from initial design consultation through to delivery and installation. Great communication, quality product and excellent workmanship. Would certainly recommend to friends and family.

Alison Rankin

13/11/2020

I would thoroughly recommend Callerton Kitchens. They have been really helpful throughout the design and installation of my kitchen. I first used them about 6 years ago to create my kitchen and more recently when we removed a wall and therefor needed to update aspects of the kitchen. They provided a really personal service and kept me up to date with all aspects of the work. Also provided a really quick turnaround on producing last minute changes that I made. I would definitely use them again.