How much does a London flat refurbishment cost?

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How much does a London flat refurbishment cost?

The cost of a flat refurbishment in London depends on several factors such as the size of the flat, its condition, if safety or sound features need to be added to comply with the building’s regulations, if the refurbishment requires any structural work, if kitchens and bathrooms need to be replaced, etc.

If you plan to renovate your flat find a reliable contractor who can evaluate your flat and give you an estimate for the project. Some refurbishments are purely cosmetic, but others might involve structural alterations, cracks, collapsing ceilings, damp, re-wiring, roofs, rainwater systems, central heating, etc.

Figure out what your budget is.

Although it’s impossible to know up front how much you will pay, you can make an overall estimate knowing that:

• builders charge around £1,500 per square meter when they construct extensions
• installing central gas heating in a three-bedroom terrace could cost up to £5,500
• replacing a roof on a three-bedroom terrace will cost from £3,500
• re-wiring a small three-bedroom terrace will cost from £3,500
• re-plastering a three-bedroom terrace could cost from £3,500

Some homeowners decide to cut costs by doing some of the work themselves, but this involves lots of work, buckets of confidence and excellent DIY skills. It’s up to you whether you prefer to spend time laboring yourself and endangering your personal safety or pay others to do what they have been trained for.

Remember that you will not pay the same for each room. Usually the kitchen is the most expensive to refurbish, while bedrooms can be relatively inexpensive. Also make up your mind how high spec you want the finishes to be and check their prices before you start the project.

What about the actual prices?  

A basic flat refurbishment cost

A basic refurbishment, which turns a tired looking flat into a clean, bright and comfortable space, can cost between £18k-£29k. This includes elements such as fitting a new kitchen, installing some new lighting, painting the flat, installing new flooring, joinery work (such as shelving, replacing skirting or architraves or installing new bespoke cupboards) and modify an existing bathroom.

A full flat refurbishment cost

A full flat refurbishment means the modification of the flat layout into a modern and more comfortable living space. This can cost between £29k-£48k depending on the size of the flat and the extent of work done. This project can include fitting a new bathroom and kitchen, installing a new boiler and radiators, replacing flooring, structural work (removing walls, changing the size of the bathroom, bedroom or kitchen), re-plastering walls, installing new electrics and replacing ceilings.

A full flat refurbishment plus some other elements

The additional elements can include work such as major structural internal alterations using steelwork, fireproof internal walls, sound proofing, glass-walled entrance areas or mist fire prevention systems. The cost for these additions can add considerably to the total cost of the project, which can exceed £60k.

A flat refurbishment increases the value of the property, whether it is for sale or for rental, especially if you choose a professional company who can offer high-quality services.

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