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Whole-home renovations in London

A home that works beautifully, room to room.

You may love the street, the garden or the character of the house, but wish it worked better inside. We bring rooms, storage and everyday comforts together, so your home feels right for the way you live now.

5.0/5 · across all review platformsExtensions, lofts and renovations

Whole-home renovations project by Better Homes in London
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5.0 / 5Across all review platforms
Completed work
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Insurance cover
Up to £10 millionRequest insurance details →
Workmanship guarantee
Up to 10 yearsCover by work type
Guide budget
£80,000 to £250,000+ for a substantial whole-home project
Typical construction programme
Agreed against scope and structural works
Workmanship aftercare
10 years structural; 2 years kitchen and bathroom installation; 1 year decoration

Life in your finished home

Keep what you love. Change what gets in the way.

Start with the moments you would like to make easier. We will help you think through the possibilities, the space you have and what feels right for your budget.

Rooms that work together

An easier route from kitchen to table. A living room you can relax in. A layout shaped around how you actually spend your day.

A place for the everyday

Coats, school bags, laundry and the things you want close to hand. Storage that makes it easier to keep your home feeling calm.

Comfort beyond the finish

Alongside the colours and materials you love, we look at the heating, lighting and services that make a home comfortable to live in.

Completed rear extension and kitchen-living space within Daniel’s whole-home renovation in N19

Completed work · N19, North London

A home that works together, room to room.

What the homeowner needed
More living space and a better flow through the home, without moving.
What we delivered
A rear extension was combined with internal renovation, bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen joinery and integrated storage.
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What we take responsibility for

The details are ours to manage.
The decisions stay with you.

A whole-home renovation involves many connected decisions. We manage the construction as one programme, so the work in each room supports the next stage.

01

Plan the sequence, room by room

We agree the scope and work stages before starting, including access and whether the planned work is compatible with staying in the property.

02

Bring the trades together

We coordinate structural work, plumbing, electrics, kitchens, bathrooms and finishing within the agreed scope. Design questions are taken back to your appointed professionals where their input is needed.

03

Keep the details and decisions clear

Your project lead keeps you informed about progress and the choices needed next. We discuss proposed changes and their effect on cost and timing before you approve them.

Your quotation sets out the work, exclusions and agreed coordination support. Bring your own architect or choose an independent architect we recommend; their professional appointment remains separate from our construction work.

Your quotation

Know what is included before we begin

Your quote explains the work, what it costs and the choices still to make. We talk it through with you, so you feel comfortable with the plan before work begins.

  • Structural changes and layout reworking

    Wall removals, openings, strengthening work and layout changes that make the house feel better organised and easier to live in. If the wider scope includes a house extension or loft conversion, we coordinate that as part of one joined-up plan.

  • Rewiring, plumbing and heating upgrades

    The hidden backbone of the renovation: electrics, pipework, boilers, radiators, controls and the system upgrades older London homes often need.

  • Kitchen and bathroom delivery

    Not as stand-alone projects bolted on afterwards, but as part of one joined-up renovation. If you need a kitchen renovation or bathroom renovation, those decisions are coordinated with the rest of the home so the result feels coherent.

  • Plastering, flooring and joinery

    The surfaces and details that make the difference between a house that merely looks newer and one that feels properly finished.

  • Decoration and final finishing

    Painting, trim, hardware, final fit-off and the detail work that determines whether the result feels premium or rushed.

  • Programme control and quality management

    Scope reviews, sequencing, milestone checks, weekly updates, snagging and one team owning the result through handover.

Design and construction

Your choice of architect. Support either way.

You need design support

If your project needs an architect, we can recommend one. They prepare the drawings. We help you understand what the options mean for the build and your budget, and can look after the conversations and follow-up questions. You choose the design and approve the cost.

You have your own architect

We are happy to work with them, whether your drawings are underway or complete. If you wish, we can speak with them on your behalf and keep the plans and building work moving together. You stay informed and make the decisions that matter to you.

Your architect prepares the drawings and agreed professional submissions; we manage construction. Our proposal sets out the coordination support you want, each appointment and the fees before you commit.

How we work

From your first ideas to feeling at home

  1. 01Tell us what you have in mind

    We listen to what you want from your home, talk through your budget and explain the next steps. You do not need every detail decided.

  2. 02Make a plan you feel good about

    We work through the drawings and choices with you and your design team, then agree the work, price and timing before building starts.

  3. 03Stay informed while we build

    Your project lead updates you each week and explains any decisions you need to make. We check the finishing details with you and give you a clear aftercare contact.

Cost planning

A clearer picture of what it could cost

£80,000 to £250,000+ for a substantial whole-home project. Scope and specification determine the final price. Check the written quotation for VAT, professional fees, product allowances and contingency. Planning ranges are not a fixed offer.

PropertyFloor areaBasic refurbishmentMid-rangeHigh specification
2-bed flat or small house60 m²£30,000 to £48,000£48,000 to £84,000£84,000 to £150,000+
Typical London terrace90 m²£45,000 to £72,000£72,000 to £126,000£126,000 to £225,000+
3-bed family home110 m²£55,000 to £88,000£88,000 to £154,000£154,000 to £275,000+
4-bed larger house140 m²£70,000 to £112,000£112,000 to £196,000£196,000 to £350,000+

Basic figures describe lighter refurbishment. They do not represent a complete structural and services renovation.

Built on trust

Care during the build. Support afterwards.

A clear route back to us after handover.

We complete a snagging review and provide the relevant handover documents. If something needs attention afterwards, raise a ticket in your client portal with the details and photographs. You can follow its status and add updates while we review the issue and coordinate the agreed next steps.

Our workmanship guarantee covers structural work, extensions and loft conversions for 10 years, bathroom and kitchen installations for 2 years, and decoration for 1 year. Item breakages are excluded from our workmanship guarantee and fall under the manufacturers’ own guarantees.

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Plan your project

Apply the guidance to your home.

Explore the scope and investment for your renovation, then discuss the work your home needs. See our London service areas for local project information.

Useful to know

Questions you may be considering

How much does a full home renovation cost in London?
A full home renovation in London typically costs from around £80,000 for smaller, lighter-scope properties and can rise well beyond £250,000 for larger or high-spec homes. A useful early benchmark is roughly £500 to £800 per square metre for basic work, £800 to £1,400 per square metre for mid-range renovation, and £1,400 to £2,500+ per square metre for high-end or structurally heavier projects.
What is included in a full-home renovation?
A true full-home renovation usually includes structural changes where needed, rewiring, plumbing, heating upgrades, kitchens, bathrooms, plastering, flooring, joinery, decoration, final fit-off and snagging. The exact scope depends on the property condition and what you are trying to fix or improve.
How long does a full renovation usually take?
A full home renovation in London typically takes around 7 to 8 months from early planning through to handover. Simpler projects can move faster, while structurally heavier work, listed buildings, conservation constraints or wider design coordination can extend the programme.
Do I need to move out during a full renovation?
Often, yes. If the project involves rewiring, replumbing, plastering, multiple bathrooms, kitchen replacement and heavy dust-generating work throughout, living in the property can become more stressful and more expensive than many homeowners expect. We can advise on that early based on the scope.
Can one team manage the structural work, M&E, kitchens, bathrooms and finishes together?
Yes. That is the point of full-scope renovation delivery. The advantage is not just convenience, but better coordination between trades, fewer missed details, clearer accountability and a final result that feels coherent instead of pieced together.
How much contingency should I hold for a full renovation?
For an older London property, a contingency of around 10% to 15% is a sensible planning allowance. It is there for genuine unknowns such as concealed defects or client-led changes, not to excuse a vague quote. The more investigation and scope definition completed before site starts, the less contingency is likely to be consumed.
Can we renovate the house in phases?
Yes, but the phases should follow the building logic. Structural work and core services normally come before kitchens, bathrooms and decorative finishes. A phased plan can protect cash flow, but repeatedly opening finished areas or remobilising trades can increase the total cost.
Who handles Building Control and completion certificates?
We coordinate the inspections and information required for the work in our scope. At handover, you should receive the relevant completion and trade certificates for items such as structural alterations, electrical work, heating or glazing where those apply.
How are changes controlled during a renovation?
A change is described, priced and approved before it is carried out, with any programme impact made clear. That written trail protects both sides and prevents small verbal requests from becoming a surprise total at the end of the job.
How are full-renovation payments scheduled?
Payments are staged against the agreed contract, procurement commitments and measurable progress on site. The schedule is set before work begins so you can plan cash flow and understand what has been completed before each payment falls due.

Your next step

Tell us what you would keep and what you would change.

Whether you have drawings ready or just the beginnings of an idea, we would love to hear about it. Tell us about your home and your budget, and we will help you work out a sensible next step.