– MeisterMontagen

MeisterMontagen is an independent German consumer information site focused on kitchen installation costs, planning and practical guidance. It does not install kitchens, refer customers to tradespeople or earn commissions from bookings. Instead, it compares published prices from sources such as OBI, MyHammer, IKEA and trade portals, showing their dates and the services each quote includes. Its guides explain the differences between per-metre pricing, hourly rates and fixed fees, as well as additional costs for water and electrical connections, worktop cutting, dismantling and disposal.

The site offers free tools and resources, including a calculator that compares installation pricing models and estimates potential tax relief under Section 35a of Germany’s Income Tax Act, a pre-measurement checklist and an IKEA installation comparison. Further articles cover kitchen measurement, installation steps, do-it-yourself assembly, connections, defects and customer rights. MeisterMontagen emphasizes transparent sourcing and the importance of checking what a quoted price actually covers, helping readers assess offers and decide when professional installation may or may not be worthwhile.