How long does a full house renovation take?
It depends on the size of the property and scope of work. A full renovation of a 3-bedroom terrace typically takes 3–4 months. A larger 4–5 bedroom property with extensions can take 5–7 months. We give you a full programme before work starts with weekly milestones.
Do I need to move out during the renovation?
For a full property renovation, yes — in most cases you'll need to make alternative living arrangements for the duration. We plan the programme as tightly as possible to minimise the period you're out, and we secure the property at the end of every working day.
How does the fixed price work on a complex project?
We carry out a thorough survey before quoting, including looking in the loft, checking the electrics and assessing the plumbing condition. The quote we produce is based on what we find. The price is fixed unless you ask us to add something new to the scope after the quote is accepted. We don't hide contingencies in the price.
Can you handle planning permission for extensions as part of the renovation?
Yes — if your renovation includes an extension or loft conversion, we handle all planning applications and building regulation submissions as part of the overall project. You have one point of contact for everything.
How much does a full house renovation cost in Manchester?
For a typical three-bed property, a light refresh costs around £20,000 to £40,000, a mid-range full renovation with a rewire, re-plumb, new kitchen and bathroom £45,000 to £80,000, and a high-end renovation with structural changes £85,000 to £120,000+. Your fixed price is based on a free survey of your property.
What is the difference between a full house renovation and a full house refurbishment?
People use the two terms interchangeably, and we treat both the same way: the whole property, floor to ceiling. That means first fix electrics and plumbing, replastering, second fix, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and decoration. A single-room job such as a kitchen is a room renovation, not a full house project.
Do I need planning permission for a full house renovation?
For internal work such as rewiring, replastering, moving non-structural walls and fitting new kitchens and bathrooms, you generally do not need planning permission. Structural changes need Building Regulations sign-off, which we handle. If the project includes an extension or loft conversion, or your property is in a conservation area, planning rules can apply, and we handle those applications as part of the project.
Do you do all the trades yourselves?
Yes. Our in-house team covers structural work, electrics, plumbing, kitchen and bathroom fitting, tiling, plastering, joinery and decorating, so you deal with one company, one programme and one fixed price instead of coordinating several contractors.
How do I compare full house renovation quotes?
Check that every quote covers the same stages: first fix, plastering, second fix, kitchen and bathrooms, flooring and decoration. If a quote only covers some of them it is a partial renovation, and a cheap full renovation quote is often missing a stage. Ask whether the price is fixed in writing and what would count as an extra.
