House Renovation in London, Planned and Delivered by One Local Team
A house renovation updates the layout, condition and finish of your whole home as one managed project, not one room at a time. We plan, budget and build it with a fixed written scope and a tidy site.
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What’s included
What does a whole-house renovation include?
A whole-house renovation is a single programme that improves the home as one system, not a list of separate trades. A typical Soraiz Builders project covers the four stages below, sequenced so each one supports the next.
Survey and written scope
We walk the house, record its condition and agree a written scope for every room in the plan. The scope separates must-haves from nice-to-haves and states clearly what is not included, so your budget holds.
Structural and first-fix work
This covers layout changes, removing or supporting walls, and first-fix plumbing, electrics and heating routed through the property before walls are closed up. Structural changes are checked against Building Regulations.
Plastering, second fix and finishes
Walls and ceilings are made good, then second-fix trades fit sockets, switches, radiators, doors and joinery. Flooring, tiling and decoration follow in order so the home reads consistently from room to room.
Snagging and handover
We carry out a full walk-through, list every snag and close it before handover. You receive a clear finish standard and a tidy home, not a punch list left for you to chase.
Renovating one space rather than the whole house? See our kitchen renovation in London, flat and apartment refurbishment, or our wider renovation and refurbishment services.
Cost guide · 2026
How much does a house renovation cost in London?
Quick answer
A full house renovation in London typically costs between £800 and £2,500 per square metre in 2026, depending on size, layout changes and finish level. For an average three-bedroom house that usually lands around £80,000 to £200,000. A lighter refurbishment of selected rooms often runs £30,000 to £70,000.
There is no single price that fits every house, because cost is driven by scope and condition rather than the word “full.” Two houses of the same floor area can price very differently once layout changes, structural work and finish level are added. The ranges below are independent 2026 industry figures for London, not a Soraiz quote, and they help you sense-check a budget before a site visit.
| Project type | Typical 2026 London range | What it usually covers |
|---|---|---|
| Light refurbishment | £30,000 – £70,000 | Selected rooms, cosmetic updates, decoration |
| Mid-range whole-house | £80,000 – £200,000 | Rewire, replumb, plaster, flooring, full decoration |
| Premium / period transformation | £200,000+ | Structural changes, bespoke joinery, high-end finish |
| Per square metre guide | £800 – £2,500 / m² | Early feasibility check before drawings |
Sources: LCCL Construction (2026 London guide), BH Studio (2026, citing RICS, Checkatrade and BuildPartner), Checkatrade house renovation cost guide. Listed buildings and heritage constraints can add 20–30% per the Checkatrade 2025 Cost Index.
Per-square-metre figures are useful early because they test feasibility before drawings are final. They break down when a project carries high-cost items that are not proportional to floor area, such as kitchens, bathrooms, structural alterations or damp remediation. Add a 10–15% contingency for older London homes, where issues can appear once walls and floors are opened up.
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How our house renovation process works
A predictable result comes from planning and control. Our process runs in five steps, from first visit to final handover.
Free site visit and house assessment
We walk the property with you and look at layout, condition, access and risk. We plan for London logistics early, including waste removal and any parking bay suspension needed for skips on controlled streets around Northolt, Greenford and Ealing.
Scope planning and budget alignment
We turn your goals into a written scope, separate must-haves from nice-to-haves, and agree what is not included. Clear decisions early protect the budget.
Programme and pre-start planning
We map the order of work, set a practical timeline and flag the decision points, such as finishes and fittings, that need choosing before key stages.
Managed build phase
One team delivers the whole house. We protect walkways, keep the site tidy and send simple, regular updates so you always know where the project stands.
Snagging and handover
We complete a full walk-through, close every snag and hand over to the agreed finish standard. If you are living in during the work, we plan by zones so you keep safe access to essentials.
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Local knowledge
House renovation across West London and Greater London
We are based at Oldfield Circus in Northolt, UB5, which keeps our team close to projects across West London and within reach of Greater London as a whole. Local knowledge keeps a renovation calm and predictable, because London housing brings constraints that need planning, not improvising.
Around our core area we know the housing stock well: the 1930s semis and terraces off Mandeville Road and Church Road in Northolt, the Edwardian and inter-war homes near Walpole Park and Pitshanger Lane in Ealing, and the larger family houses around Sudbury and Wembley. We plan deliveries and waste around tighter streets and the A40 and A406 North Circular corridors, and we check for controlled parking zones before a skip arrives.
Common house renovation challenges in London
- Terraced and semi-detached houses with shared walls and tight side access
- Narrow streets and controlled parking zones that need a bay suspension for skips or deliveries
- Older plaster, uneven floors and past alterations that surface once work begins
- Neighbours close by, so noise, dust and timing need managing from day one
- Period features worth keeping, which call for repair and matching rather than rip-out
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FAQs
House renovation in London: common questions
What is the difference between a house renovation and a refurbishment?
A refurbishment focuses on condition and finish, such as redecorating, replacing flooring and updating tired rooms. A renovation goes further and changes how the home works, including layout changes, structural alterations and full upgrades to electrics, plumbing and heating. Many London projects mix both. We agree which one fits your home in the written scope before any work starts.
How long does a house renovation take in London?
A smaller, well-defined whole-house project often runs around 8 to 12 weeks. A larger renovation with structural changes and many decisions can take three to six months or more. Older houses can take longer if hidden issues appear after strip-out. We give a practical programme based on your scope and access during the free site visit.
In what order should I renovate a house?
Order matters because one step can undo another if done too early. A common sequence is: survey and scope, strip-out and first fix, walls and ceilings made good, second fix and final fit-off, floors and finishes, then decorating, final checks, snagging and handover. We map this order to your specific house so the timeline holds.
Do I need planning permission or Building Regulations approval?
Most internal renovations do not need planning permission, but Building Regulations approval is often required for structural work, new electrics, drainage changes and some heating work. The GOV.UK Planning Portal sets out when approval applies. We flag what your project needs at the scope stage and keep the paperwork documented through Building Control.
Can I live in my house during the renovation?
Yes, on many projects. We plan the work by zones so you keep safe access to a kitchen, a bathroom and sleeping space while other areas are worked on. Living in usually adds some time and disruption control to the programme. For larger structural projects, moving out for part of the work can be faster and safer.
Which renovation adds the most value to a London home?
Kitchens and bathrooms usually move value most, because they are expensive for a buyer to replace and shape first impressions. Improving a poor layout, such as opening up a dark ground floor or adding storage, also adds value. The HomeOwners Alliance reports that well-built work can return a meaningful share of its cost at resale. The best upgrade is the one that fits your property and your local market.
Are you insured and do you work on period houses?
We work on houses across London, including older and period homes that need careful repair rather than a full rip-out. We carry insurance for the building work we deliver, and we share the policy documentation on request before a project starts. We also plan carefully for access, close neighbours and shared walls, which matters most on terraced and semi-detached London houses.
How do I get a quote for a house renovation?
Call or message us, or complete the contact form with a short description of your project and your postcode. We reply within 2 hours during working hours and book a free site visit. After the visit you receive a written estimate based on the agreed scope, with no obligation to proceed.
Coverage
House Renovation and Refurbishment Services Across All 32 London Boroughs
Our base in West London — 28A Oldfield Circus, Northolt, UB5 4RR — gives us fast response across West and North West London. We reach Central, South, and East London regularly and take on projects anywhere within the M25.
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Latest Projects & Case Studies in London
A strong finish is not luck. It comes from good planning and consistent checks. We can share recent examples of full property updates, kitchen & bathroom upgrades and home refurbishment across London, with clear scope and outcomes, during your site visit.
Why choose Soraiz Builders
Why London homeowners choose Soraiz Builders
Since 2019 we have completed 250+ projects across London, from single-room refreshes to whole-house renovations. We are a directly employed team, not a subcontractor network, which keeps standards and site conduct consistent.
Start your house renovation in London
Book a free site visit and we will assess the house, talk through your goals and outline a practical route. You receive a written estimate based on scope, and if you want to move forward we schedule the programme and manage the work from start to handover.
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