Price guide · Built-in Cupboard Installers
How Much Does Built-in Cupboards Cost in 2026
Built-in cupboards cost R2,000 to R55,000, made and fitted, going by the prices five cupboard makers publish (checked November 2026).
Bought flat-pack, flat-pack cupboards cost R2,199 to R3,499 each (Cape Town and national).
Quotes in Johannesburg, East Rand, Joburg South / Alberton, Centurion and 11 more areas
Prices checked November 2026
Built-in cupboards: every checked price
As 11 South African businesses publish them. Not quotes: every pro sets their own price. How we check prices
| Type and size | Price | Where, and who publishes it |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in cupboards, made and fitted | ||
| Custom fitted built-in wardrobe; starting price with no dimensions specified | From R2,000 | Durban · Mikesons & Sons Interiors |
| Built-in bedroom cupboards; starting price with no dimensions specified | From R3,500 | Durban · Mikesons & Sons Interiors |
| Two-door bedroom wardrobe, including measurement, design, custom manufacture, hanging rail, shelves, hardware and installation | R7,500 to R12,000 | Gauteng · Top Class Nutec Homes |
| Entry-level bedroom wardrobe package | R10,000 to R15,000 | Gauteng · ML Shopfitter |
| Mid-range bedroom wardrobe package | R15,000 to R25,000 | Gauteng · ML Shopfitter |
| Complete main-bedroom cupboard run, supplied and fitted | R15,000 to R45,000 | East London · Elite Home Finishes |
| Damien built-in wardrobe, 2400mm high × 1800mm wide × 600mm deep, spray-painted Superwood doors; Gauteng installation included | R55,000 | Gauteng · Arch Interiors |
| Per metre of cupboard | ||
| Entry-level bedroom cabinetry, including design, manufacture and fitting | R4,400 to R8,000 | Cape Town · I.B.S Construction |
| Basic kitchen cabinetry; installation and countertop inclusions unspecified | R5,000 to R8,000 | Gauteng · ML Shopfitter |
| Bespoke built-in cupboards; published guideline varies with materials, doors, interior fittings and complexity | R8,000 to R18,000 | Cape Town and Johannesburg · Woodhouse Kitchens & Cupboard Makers |
| Repairs | ||
| Small hardware or glue repair | R250 to R600 | Komani · Kannjane Consultants |
| Handyman call-out including the first hour; services include cupboard hinge repairs and door adjustments | R850 | Roodepoort and Krugersdorp · Fix-it Gents |
| Restoration of one cupboard | R2,500 to R6,000 | Komani · Kannjane Consultants |
Flat-pack cupboards, supply only
| Part | Price range |
|---|---|
| Flat-pack cupboards3 prices from two businesses | R2,199 to R3,499 |
Each price as its business published it, checked November 2026. A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
Cupboard installers near you
9 cupboard installers take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
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Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not all nine, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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On Local Pros since 2024
- 14 years in business (since 2012)
- 86 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
- Owner managed
- Gives a warranty
Robyn I. says, “lounge was retiled , work was done very professionally and everything was completed within 3 days.” Google
In their words: Corporate Partitioning Projects offers a wide range of services including drywall, ceilings, flooring, and office renovations in Johannesburg, focusing on Randburg, Sandton, and Midrand areas. We have been in business since 2012, completing over 300 successful jobs.
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J Furniture Repairs & Built in Kitchens
Covers Centurion, East Rand and 2 more areas
5.0 / 8 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 18 years in business (since 2008)
- Team of 4 to 6
Corrie says, “Excellent service and prices, good workmanship” Local Pros
In their words: J Furniture Repairs & Built in Kitchens offers kitchen and BIC cupboards, granite, new BIC’s, custom kitchens, installation, repairs, 3D design, and other carpentry work in Joburg South, Pretoria, Centurion, and the East Rand. Based in the East Rand with 15 years of experience.
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A2Z Carpenters
Covers Centurion, Johannesburg and Pretoria
5.0 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 12 years in business (since 2014)
- Team of 4 to 6
Kelly D. says, “George and his team are amazing, I’ve used them twice.” Local Pros
In their words: A2Z Carpenters offers kitchen and BIC cupboards, ceilings, drywall, flooring, handyman services, painting, door and window shutters in Pretoria, Centurion, Johannesburg (Randburg – Sandton – Midrand).
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Aesthetic Homes and Offices
Covers Centurion, East Rand and Pretoria
5.0 / 1 Local Pros review
On Local Pros since 2025
- 11 years in business (since 2015)
- 105 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 7 to 10
Hennie K. says, “Happy with KB’s work and how quickly he was available to help.” Local Pros
In their words: Aesthetic Homes and Offices has been providing handyman services, kitchen and BIC installations, and general maintenance since 2015. We serve the East Rand, Pretoria, and Centurion areas, offering a wide range of services including painting, carpentry, and renovations.
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Margen Wood Fitters
Covers Witbank and Witbank Surrounds
On Local Pros since 2024
- 2 years in business (since 2024)
- 55 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
- Owner managed
- Gives a warranty
In their words: Margen Wood Fitters offers building construction, kitchen and BIC’s cupboards, repairs, 3D design, new custom kitchens, and installation of pre-built kitchens or BIC’s in Witbank. We specialize in built-in cupboards installation and revamping.
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Lukisa Construction and Roofing
Covers Bloemfontein and Bloemfontein Surrounds
- 355 requests passed to them since July 2025
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El-Roi Builders
Covers East Rand
On Local Pros since 2024
- 48 years in business (since 1978)
- 53 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 10 to 20
- Owner managed
- Gives a warranty
In their words: El-Roi Builders is a construction company offering a wide range of services including boundary and retainer walling, building construction, ceilings, general maintenance, handyman services, kitchen and BIC’s cupboards, painting, paving, roofing, and tiling.
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General Fencing and Construction
Covers Garden Route – George
- 295 requests passed to them since July 2025
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Leanne Chetty
Covers Durban, Durban North and 3 more areas
- 116 requests passed to them since October 2025
Recent work by these cupboard installers
Tell us the job and a cupboard installer that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
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Aesthetic Homes and Offices · May 2025 
A2Z Carpenters · November 2024 
El-Roi Builders · November 2024
Factors influencing the price of built-in cupboards
Built-in cupboards are quoted per linear metre, and the board they are made from is the biggest choice in the price. Most South African cupboards are made from PG Bison's melamine faced board, MelaWood.
- Melamine faced board
- PG Bison makes MelaWood by bonding melamine-impregnated décor paper to both faces of a board with heat and pressure, giving a closed surface that resists scratches and moisture and is easy to clean. It is made for built-in cupboards, doors and drawer fronts, carcasses and shelving.
- The board underneath
- MelaWood comes on BisonBord particleboard in 12 to 32 mm or on SupaWood MDF in 12 to 30 mm. Thicker board is used for longer shelves and heavier doors.
- Edging
- Every exposed edge must be edged with a suitable glue and edging strip, which protects the board wherever it may meet moisture; edging is part of what a carpenter prices per metre.
- Painted doors
- Doors that are painted rather than melamine are usually MDF, which routes cleanly and paints to a smooth finish but swells if water gets into it, so it is kept away from wet areas.
- Size and fittings
- The run in linear metres, the height (a standard wardrobe is about 2.2 m), the number of doors and drawers, and the hinges, runners and handles all change the total.
PG Bison, 'It's the MelaWood guide'; TimBuild Woodstock's board guide (Cape Town). Checked November 2026.
Built-in cupboards room by room
- Kitchen cupboards
- Kitchen carcasses, shelving, doors and drawers are MelaWood's main use. A kitchen is priced with its worktop on top: granite, quartz or a laminated top are separate lines.
- Bedroom wardrobes
- A built-in wardrobe is priced by its width, its doors (hinged or sliding) and what is inside: hanging rails, shelves and drawers.
- Linen and storage cupboards
- Storage cupboards in a passage or a garage are mostly shelving behind doors, so they cost less per metre than a wardrobe.
- Bathroom vanities
- Vanities can be made from melamine board with lipped edges to keep the water out, as TimBuild's board guide advises, or from moisture-tolerant plywood.
PG Bison, 'It's the MelaWood guide'; TimBuild Woodstock's board guide. Checked November 2026.
What customers say about price and quotes
4.9
Average from 42 reviews of the 4 cupboard installers above on Google and Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Leoni C.
this week
We have recently used Corporate Partitioning Projects for a couple of projects in our complex, in Wilgeheuwel, and we couldn't be happier with the results! The workmanship was excellent, their pricing was extremely competitive and the team worked very neatly and professionally. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality workmanship and great service. A big thank you to the entire team. Keep up the excellent work!
Review of Corporate Partitioning Projects left on Google
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Corrie
this week
Excellent service and prices, good workmanship
Review of J Furniture Repairs & Built in Kitchens left on Local Pros
How it works
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Tell us the job
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A cupboard installer who covers your area calls you
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Get a written quote and decide
Prices checked November 2026
Flat-pack cupboards, supply only: every price
Each as its business publishes it, supply only. How we check prices
| Type and size, where, and who publishes it | Price |
|---|---|
| White melamine flat-pack cupboard, 1800mm high × 900mm wide × 520mm deep; doors and backing included, handles excluded;Cape Town · DIYCupboards.com | R2,199 |
| White flat-pack cupboard, 2100mm high × 900mm wide × 520mm deep;, handles excludedCape Town · DIYCupboards.com | R2,399 |
| White multipurpose built-in cupboard; backing excludednational · UCAN · incl. VAT | R3,499 |
A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
The full guide
General advice, written January 2024.
- Built-in Kitchen Cupboards
- Built-in Wardrobes
- Built-in Storage and Linen Cupboards
- Built-in Vanity and Bathroom Cupboards
Are you looking to install new Built-in Cupboards in your home?
Factors Influencing the Price of Built-in Cupboards
- Material Choices: The selection and grade of materials used greatly influence the overall price. Common materials include MDF, melamine, solid wood, and veneer, each with its unique price range.
- Design Intricacy: The complexity of the design will raise labour and manufacturing expenses, resulting in a higher total cost.
- Workforce Expenses: The cost may vary based on the expertise and experience of the professionals involved in crafting and installing your built-in cupboards.
- Setup Charges: It's highly recommended to opt for professional installation to ensure your built-in cupboards are securely and accurately fitted.
- Cupboard Dimensions: The size of the cupboard affects the amount of materials and labour needed, which in turn influences the final cost.
The Cost of Built-in Wardrobes
Built-in wardrobes can transform your bedroom into a highly organised, functional, and elegant space.
How to Choose a Built-in Cupboard Contractor
How to Choose a Built-in Cupboard Contractor
Finding the right contractor for your built-in cupboard project is essential to ensure a high-quality final result. Here are some key factors to consider when selecting a built-in cupboard contractor:
- Experience and Reputation: Look for contractors with a proven track record in designing and installing built-in cupboards. Check their portfolios and read client reviews to ensure they have a solid reputation for delivering quality work.
- Customisation Options: A good contractor should be able to offer a variety of materials, designs, and finishes to accommodate your preferences and budget. They should be open to customising the project to suit your unique requirements.
- Detailed Quotes: Obtain quotes from multiple contractors to compare costs and services offered. Ensure the quotes are detailed, outlining the materials used, labour costs, and any additional fees.
- Communication: Choose a contractor who is easy to communicate with and responsive to your inquiries. This will be vital in ensuring the project runs smoothly and any concerns are addressed promptly.
- Warranties and Guarantees: A reliable contractor should offer warranties and guarantees on their work and the materials used. This provides you with peace of mind, knowing that any issues will be resolved without additional cost to you.
- Licenses and Insurance: Make sure the contractor is licensed and insured, as this will protect you in case of any accidents or damages during the project.
- Timeline: Discuss the project timeline with the contractor to ensure they can meet your deadlines. An organised contractor should be able to provide a clear timeline and stick to it.
- References: Request references from previous clients to gather insight into the contractor's work quality, reliability, and professionalism.
By considering these factors and conducting thorough research, you'll be able to choose the right built-in cupboard contractor to transform your living spaces.
Why Choose a Local Pros Partner for Your Built-in Cupboard Installation
When considering a built-in cupboard installation for your home, collaborating with a Local Pros partner can yield numerous advantages, resulting in a high-quality outcome and a smooth experience. Local Pros partners are specialists in designing, producing, and fitting custom-built kitchen cupboards, storage solutions, and other carpentry work. Opting for a Local Pros partner for your built-in cupboard project ensures:
- Creative Design Solutions: Local Pros partners excel in developing innovative and functional designs that optimise storage space and cater to your specific needs. They can provide expert guidance on the latest trends, materials, and finishes, guaranteeing your built-in cupboards will be both fashionable and practical.
- Expert Craftsmanship: Local Pros partners are recognised for their expert craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. By selecting a Local Pros partner, you can be confident that your built-in cupboards will be made and installed to the highest standards, ensuring lasting durability.
- Comprehensive Project Management: A Local Pros partner can oversee all aspects of your built-in cupboard project, from the initial consultation to design, production, and fitting. This all-inclusive approach reduces stress and ensures that the project is completed efficiently and within the agreed timeframe.
- Customisation Options: Local Pros partners present a vast array of customisation choices, enabling you to tailor your built-in cupboards to your precise preferences. From distinctive finishes and materials to specialised storage solutions, a Local Pros partner can craft bespoke cupboards that suit your style and requirements.
- Post-installation Support: By collaborating with a Local Pros partner, you can anticipate continued support and assistance after the installation is finished. They will be available to address any concerns, respond to questions, and offer guidance on maintaining and caring for your built-in cupboards.
Embark on transforming your kitchen, wardrobe, and storage areas today with the assistance of Local Pross.
Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Mikesons & Sons Interiors, Top Class Nutec Homes, ML Shopfitter, Elite Home Finishes, Arch Interiors, I.B.S Construction, Woodhouse Kitchens & Cupboard Makers, Kannjane Consultants, Fix-it Gents, DIYCupboards.com and UCAN: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them in November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these cupboard installers rated?
4.9 out of 5 on average, from 42 reviews of 4 cupboard installers.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
