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A kitchen strip-out is the complete removal of an existing kitchen cabinetry, benchtops, splashbacks, flooring, and old appliances down to the bare walls and slab. It clears the space so plumbers, electricians, and renovation trades can start fresh without demolition getting in their way.
You need one whenever a full kitchen renovation is planned, whether you’re updating a dated 1980s kitchen or reconfiguring the layout entirely. It’s also common before extensions or knock-throughs where the kitchen footprint is changing as part of the wider project.
Left undone properly, a rushed or careless strip-out can damage plumbing, crack tiles in adjoining rooms, or disturb asbestos in older Sydney homes. A proper strip-out protects your home and keeps your renovation timeline on track from day one.
You’ve booked the renovation here’s how to know the strip-out comes first.
If trades are scheduled to start soon, the old kitchen needs to be fully removed beforehand so plumbing and electrical work can begin on a clear site.
Older Sydney homes often contain asbestos in splashbacks, flooring adhesive, or wall sheeting. This material needs licensed, careful removal not standard demolition.
If walls, plumbing points, or the footprint are moving as part of your renovation, the entire existing kitchen needs to come out before any rebuilding starts.
A late or rushed strip-out pushes back every trade booked after it. Getting it scheduled and done properly keeps your whole renovation on track. Call us early to lock in your date.
Every strip-out is scoped to your renovation plans, but here’s what a typical Sydney kitchen strip-out includes.
We remove all existing cabinetry, benchtops, and splashbacks, taking care not to damage adjoining walls or flooring that's staying in place for the new design.
Floor and wall tiles are demolished back to slab or subfloor, including old adhesive and underlay, leaving a clean, level base ready for new finishes.
Our licensed trades safely isolate and disconnect existing plumbing and wiring points, preparing them for relocation or reconnection once your new kitchen design is installed.
For homes built before 1990, our crews are trained to identify suspected asbestos materials and manage removal in line with NSW safety requirements before general demolition proceeds.
Not sure which parts of your kitchen need full removal versus partial? We assess the site first and scope only what’s necessary no upsells.
Getting your kitchen renovation-ready is straightforward from the first call to handover.
We inspect your kitchen, check the age of the home for asbestos risk, and confirm what removal work is needed. Call 61 2 9072 1905 to book yours.
You receive a clear, upfront quote covering removal, waste disposal, and any asbestos handling required no hidden costs once work is underway.
Our crew removes cabinetry, tiling, and fittings using dust-controlled methods, protecting surrounding rooms and finishes that are staying in place.
We leave the site clean, clear, and ready for renovation trades, backed by our seamless handover guarantee.
We’ve cleared the way for hundreds of Sydney kitchen renovations here’s why homeowners choose us first.
The cost of a kitchen strip-out in Sydney can vary depending on the size of the kitchen, the number of fixtures and cabinets being removed, access to the property, and the amount of demolition and waste disposal required. We believe you deserve a realistic idea of the potential cost before starting your kitchen renovation.
A compact apartment kitchen will generally cost less to strip out than a large family kitchen with extensive cabinetry, an island bench, appliances and multiple finishes. The size and complexity of the demolition directly affect labour requirements.
Kitchen cabinetry and benchtops can require significant labour to dismantle and remove. Custom-built cabinets, stone benchtops and heavily fixed components may require additional care and specialist handling.
Removing existing floor tiles, splashbacks and wall finishes can increase the overall strip-out cost. Older or heavily bonded materials may take longer to remove and create additional demolition waste.
The number of appliances and fixtures being removed can affect the final price. This may include ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, dishwashers, sinks, taps, refrigerators and other built-in kitchen equipment.
Existing plumbing, gas and electrical services may need to be safely disconnected or prepared for the next stage of renovation. More complex service arrangements can increase labour and preparation costs.
Kitchen strip-outs can generate a substantial amount of waste, including cabinetry, benchtops, tiles, plasterboard, appliances and other materials. Disposal costs depend on the volume and type of waste produced.
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$4,500+
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We provide a fixed, no-surprise quote after a short site visit or photo assessment. Call 61 2 9072 1905 to arrange yours this week.
Active NSW Builder's Licence issued by NSW Fair Trading; all kitchen renovation work meets National Construction Code requirements and relevant Sydney council standards.
Sydney Home Renovation holds active membership with the Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Master Builders Association NSW, industry bodies that require members to maintain professional standards and ongoing compliance.
$20M public liability insurance. Workers' compensation is carried for all on-site trades. Your property and your people are fully protected throughout the renovation.
Every kitchen renovation completed by Sydney Home Renovation is backed by a 2-year workmanship guarantee. This covers all work performed by our team: cabinetry, benchtops, tiling, plumbing, electrical, and finishing. If a workmanship issue arises within two years of handover, we return and rectify it at no cost to you. No arguments, no fine print.
Most standard kitchen strip-outs range from $1,800–$4,500 depending on size, materials, and asbestos handling requirements.
If your renovation changes the layout, plumbing, or electrical points, a full strip-out is needed before trades can begin.
Most Sydney kitchen strip-outs are completed within 1–2 days, depending on kitchen size and asbestos assessment requirements.
Yes. We're a NSW Licensed Builder with $20M public liability insurance and asbestos awareness certification.
Our crews are trained to identify suspected asbestos materials in pre-1990 homes and manage safe removal in line with NSW regulations.
Yes. As a full kitchen renovation company, we can handle your strip-out and full renovation as one seamless project.
We combine fast, fixed-price removal with 15 years of Sydney renovation experience, so your site is handed over exactly how your next trade needs it.
Don’t let strip-out delays hold up your renovation. Sydney Home Renovation clears your kitchen fast, safely, and on schedule, backed by our seamless handover guarantee.
