Repair or installation of a new kitchen worktop

Kitchen Worktop Repair and New Worktop Installation

Your kitchen worktop takes daily wear from hot pans, water, chopping, and heavy appliances. Over time, that use can lead to swelling, stains, loose joints, burns, or cracks. We provide careful worktop repairs where possible, and full replacement when it is the better long term solution, so your kitchen looks right and functions safely.

Whether you have laminate, solid wood, or engineered surfaces, we focus on clean workmanship, accurate cutting, and tidy finishing. The goal is a durable surface with neat edges, tight joints, and correctly sealed sink and hob cut outs.

Worktop Repairs, What Can Be Fixed

Not every damaged worktop needs to be replaced. We assess the material, the extent of the damage, and the cause, then recommend a repair that will last. If replacement is more cost effective, we will explain why before any work begins.

Common repair requests

• Swollen laminate edges near the sink or dishwasher, including re sealing and rebuilding edges where possible
• Burn marks and heat damage in laminate or wood, with sanding and refinishing when suitable
• Scratches and dents with filling, smoothing, and color matching touch ups for a more even finish
• Loose worktop joints that open over time, tightened and re clamped with proper jointing and sealing
• Water ingress around sink rims, taps, and cut outs, cleaned and re sealed to prevent further damage

If the worktop has moved because cabinets are out of level or fixings have loosened, we can stabilise the base units before carrying out the surface repair. For related cabinet adjustments, our furniture repair services can help ensure doors, hinges, and panels sit correctly after the worktop is restored.

New Kitchen Worktop Installation

Installing a new worktop is one of the fastest ways to update a kitchen. We can remove the old surface, prepare the units, and fit the new worktop with accurate cuts and tidy finishing. We work with client supplied worktops and can fit standard lengths, corner layouts, and most common kitchen configurations.

What is included in a typical installation

• Careful removal of the existing worktop and disposal preparation
• Checking cabinet level and fixing points for a stable base
• Accurate measuring and marking, including wall scribe where required
• Cutting and fitting worktop lengths, corner joints, and end panels
• Cut outs for sinks and hobs, where safe and appropriate for the material
• Sealing and edging, including joint sealant and water protection at critical areas
• Re fitting taps, sink, and hob when compatible with the existing plumbing and electrics access

When new worktops are fitted, cabinets often need slight alignment so the finished line looks straight and the surface is supported evenly. If you need help with units, panels, or re hanging doors as part of the project, we can combine it with kitchen unit assembly tasks during the same visit.

Materials We Work With and Practical Considerations

Each worktop material needs a different approach to cutting, joining, and sealing. We will confirm the material type before we start and advise you on realistic outcomes for repairs and on care after installation.

• Laminate worktops are cost effective and widely used, but they must be sealed correctly at sink and hob cut outs to prevent swelling
• Solid wood worktops can often be sanded and refinished, but they require ongoing oiling and careful moisture control
• Engineered surfaces vary by brand and composition, so we follow suitable fitting methods and check edge and cut out requirements

If a new sink, tap, or hob is being installed at the same time, we ask for the product dimensions in advance. This helps avoid delays and ensures cut outs are placed correctly, with safe clearances from cabinet rails and supports.

How the Service Works

We keep the process straightforward and respectful of your home. Before work begins, we confirm what is being repaired or replaced, what will be disconnected, and what access is needed. We protect surrounding areas where possible and clean up after cutting and fitting.

1. Share photos and basic measurements, plus details of the material and any visible damage
2. We confirm whether a repair is suitable or if replacement is recommended
3. Schedule the visit, then we arrive with the tools needed for accurate fitting and finishing
4. We complete the worktop repair or installation and confirm seals, joints, and stability

For projects that include cabinet reinforcement or adjustments, you can also book furniture maintenance services to keep the full kitchen run sturdy and properly supported over time.

When to Repair vs Replace

Repair is usually the best option for isolated scratches, small burns, minor joint gaps, and surface wear that has not spread into the core. Replacement is often the smarter choice when laminate has swollen extensively, when joints have failed repeatedly, or when the worktop has significant structural damage around the sink or hob. We will always aim for the safest and most reliable solution for daily use.

Whether you want to refresh the look of your kitchen or fix a specific problem, we will help you get a neat finish, a solid fit, and a worktop you can rely on every day.