Flat Pack Assembly across the UK
Flat Pack Assembly in the UK costs from £40 for the smallest job, with London around a quarter higher and the South East about a tenth higher. ExpertHome books vetted, insured local crews in towns and cities nationwide; you describe the job online and get a fixed written quote by email.
- Price from
- £40 (UK average, before regional adjustment)
- Typical duration
- Single chest of drawers: under an hour. PAX wardrobe with two doors: about three hours.
- Areas covered
- England, Scotland and Wales — pick your town below
- Availability
- Weekday and weekend slots, confirmed by email
- How to book
- Online quote form → fixed written quote by email → confirm your date
Reviewed by the ExpertHome team · Updated
Flat-pack manufacturers ship economically but the consequence is hundreds of small parts that have to be assembled in the right order with the right torque. ExpertHome's handymen build all major brands quickly and stably — and clear the packaging if you want.
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Typical prices
| Job size | Price |
|---|---|
| Single item (e.g. chest of drawers) | from £40 |
| Half day (4 hours) | from £130 |
| Full day (8 hours) | from £240 |
Last reviewed: October 2026
What's included
- All major flat-pack brands
- Tools and fixings supplied
- Packaging removal on request
- Stability and safety checks
How we do it — step by step
- 1Confirm location and floor type.
- 2Lay out parts and check the box contents against the instructions.
- 3Build in the recommended order — frames first, panels next, doors and drawers last.
- 4Adjust hinges and drawer runners; level on the floor.
What affects the price
Every property is different — these are the factors that shape your quote.
- Item count
- Brand complexity (IKEA PAX, Wren, B&Q vary considerably)
- Wardrobes vs. desks vs. drawer units
- Wall-anchor requirements
Tough scenarios we handle
- · Damaged or duplicate parts in the box
- · Uneven floors (we'll shim where safe to do so)
Equipment & standards
What we use
- · Cordless impact driver and torque-set drill
- · Stud detector and pipe / cable finder before any wall fixing
- · Laser level for true horizontals across a room
- · Wall fixings rated for plasterboard, brick, breeze block and lath-and-plaster
- · Vacuum and dust sheets to leave the area as tidy as we found it
UK rules we follow
- · Tip-over anchoring per BS EN 14749 for tall furniture
Common DIY mistakes to avoid
- · Tightening screws to full torque before the carcass is squared
- · Skipping the wall anchor on tall units — this is a child-safety issue
How to prepare
- · Check the box is complete before we arrive — missing parts can stall the build
- · Decide where each item will live
Typical timing: Single chest of drawers: under an hour. PAX wardrobe with two doors: about three hours.
Why ExpertHome for flat pack assembly
Fully insured
Public liability cover on every job, every visit.
Vetted teams
Every team member is background-checked and trade-trained.
Nationwide coverage
Flat Pack Assembly delivered across the UK by local crews.
Email-only quotes
No call-backs, no hard sell — just clear written answers.
Flat Pack Assembly in your area
ExpertHome delivers flat pack assembly across every major town and city in the UK. Pick your location to see local detail and request a quote.
Need flat pack assembly? Get a fast quote.
Send us your postcode and a few details — we'll reply with a fixed price, usually within the hour.
Flat Pack Assembly — FAQ
Are your handymen vetted?
Every ExpertHome handyman is background-checked, trade-experienced and fully insured.
Do you bring your own tools?
Yes. Our handymen arrive with a full toolkit suitable for the booked job.
Can you handle small repairs alongside the main job?
Absolutely. Add extra tasks in the quote form and we will price them together.
Do you supply the wall fixings?
Yes — we carry fixings rated for plasterboard, brick, breeze block and lath-and-plaster, and use whatever your wall requires.
Request your flat pack assembly quote
Tell us a little about the job and we will email you a tailored quote.