Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• remove damaged or delaminated cabinet board and surrounding trim

• measure and template replacement board for accurate fit

• supply and cut new board (plywood, MDF or solid wood) and route edges for joints

• fix board with glue and screws and reinforce hinge or fixing points

• prepare surface and apply veneer or laminate or undercoat ready for painting if requested

• protect adjacent units, use dust extraction and PPE, and clear and dispose of small waste

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typical jobs take 1–4 hours on site; a single bottom or side board replacement is often 1–2 hours while matching veneers, spray finishing or multiple doors can extend the work to a full day or require a return visit. Factors that extend time include poor access, water damage needing repair, and ordering matched parts

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• can you match the existing board material and finish

• will you remove doors and hinges or work in situ and will that add time

• do you provide a written quote listing materials, return visits and any guarantees

• how will you control dust and what PPE will you and the homeowner need

• do you offer a warranty on the repair and on any new hardware fitted

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear the cabinet and remove contents to give a 1–2m working area

• arrange nearby parking or tell the tradie about restrictions or permit needs

• point out access limits such as narrow corridors, low ceilings or stairs

• confirm whether doors will be taken off-site for finishing and if keys are required

• tell the tradie about any damp, previous water damage or communal building rules