How Much Does House Refurbishment Cost?
Whole-house refurbishment costs covering kitchens, bathrooms, rewiring, replumbing, replastering and decoration in London period and modern homes.
Budget
£38,000
Average
£70,500
Premium
£142,000
House Refurbishment Price Breakdown
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strip-out & disposal | £2,500 | £5,000 | £9,000 | - |
| Rewire (full) | £5,500 | £8,500 | £14,000 | - |
| Replumb & heating | £6,500 | £10,000 | £16,000 | - |
| Plastering throughout | £4,500 | £7,500 | £12,000 | - |
| Kitchen (supply & fit) | £8,000 | £18,000 | £45,000 | - |
| Bathrooms (per room) | £6,000 /per room | £12,000 /per room | £25,000 /per room | - |
| Joinery & finishes | £4,500 | £9,000 | £22,000 | - |
| Decoration | £3,500 | £6,500 | £12,000 | - |
| Project management | £3,000 | £6,000 | £12,000 | - |
| Total (Fixed Items) | £38,000 | £70,500 | £142,000 |
What Affects House Refurbishment Cost?
Property size (sqm)
Larger floor area means more materials, labour, and trades.
Specification level
Mid-range vs prime joinery, kitchens, sanitaryware and finishes.
Services replacement
Full rewire, replumb and new heating add £15-30k on a typical 3-bed.
Conservation/listed status
Heritage approvals and specialist trades increase scope and time.
Hidden defects
Damp, rot, asbestos or non-compliant works uncovered after strip-out.
Access and protection
Narrow access, lift bookings, and shared structures add programme cost.
House Refurbishment Cost by Area
Prices vary by location. Select an area for specific local pricing.
Hampstead
Premium prime market expectations and access constraints.
From £49,400
Belsize Park
Conservation area with prime specification.
From £47,500
Highgate
Heritage-led delivery in conservation area.
From £47,500
Primrose Hill
Ultra-prime specification and limited access.
From £49,400
St John's Wood
Mansion-block protocols and prime fit-out.
From £49,400
Crouch End
Affluent area, premium expectations.
From £41,800
Muswell Hill
Affluent residential market.
From £41,800
Kentish Town
Strong period housing stock.
From £39,900
Tufnell Park
Period homes, considered specification.
From £39,900
Finsbury Park
Standard inner-London rates.
From £38,000
✓ Included in Our Quotes
- ✓Project management end-to-end
- ✓Site protection and security
- ✓Trades coordination across all stages
- ✓Building Control liaison and certification
- ✓Schedule of works and progress reporting
- ✓Final clean and snagging
✗ Not Included (May Be Extra)
- ✗Planning applications and consultancy
- ✗Structural engineer fees
- ✗Party wall agreements and surveyors
- ✗Bespoke furniture and styling
- ✗High-end designer specification fixtures
- ✗Listed-building consents and heritage reports
💡 Money-Saving Tips
Sequence works to avoid touching plaster twice — finalise services before second-fix.
Choose mid-range fixtures with timeless aesthetics over trend-led prime brands.
Avoid moving plumbing or kitchens — keep core services in existing locations where possible.
Bundle bathrooms and kitchen with the rewire to share scaffolding and access.
Engage one main contractor rather than separate trades — reduces management overhead.
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