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Was really quick in attending to this job and was done ease. Very polite and professional.
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Job booked in quickly and carried out professionally for a fair price. Would recommend.
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Quick, professional and friendly. The team gave me the impression that they are happy to do extra to get the best results. Carl and the team did exactly what they said they would do in the quote in the agreed time.
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Revamping your entire home requires coordinating multiple trades, strict timelines, and detailed project management. From tearing down walls and rewiring electrics to new bathrooms and flooring, DIY or piecemeal updates can quickly become overwhelming. Hiring a whole internal refurbishment specialist ensures your project runs smoothly from start to finish. Rated People connects you with trusted, local general builders and project managers. Post a job for free today.
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What can a local whole internal refurbishment specialist help with?
Transform a dated, tired property into a modern, functional home by hiring an experienced main contractor or project manager to oversee a complete house overhaul. Look out for local building and refurbishment specialists who:
- Coordinate multiple trades—including plumbers, electricians, plasterers, carpenters, and decorators—keeping your project on schedule and within budget.
- Handle major structural alterations, such as removing internal load-bearing walls, installing steel beams (RSJs), and altering floor layouts.
- Execute complete electrical rewiring, central heating upgrades, and plumbing overhauls to bring older properties up to modern safety and energy efficiency standards.
- Provide comprehensive finishing services, including floor installation, kitchen and bathroom fitting, custom carpentry, and full re-decoration.
- Provide clear, itemised contracts and staged payment schedules, keeping you updated with regular progress reports.
A local specialist understands regional building regulations and common architectural quirks in local properties, ensuring your full renovation meets all legal and structural requirements.
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How much does a whole internal refurbishment cost?
The overall cost of a full house refurbishment varies dramatically depending on the property's size, its current condition, structural changes required, and the quality of finishes and fixtures you choose.
For standard UK homes:
- Basic refurbishment (cosmetic update, new kitchen/bathroom, redecorating): Typically ranges from £500 to £800 per square metre.
- Standard refurbishment (includes rewiring, re-plumbing, new heating, and layout tweaks): Generally costs £800 to £1,500 per square metre.
- High-end / full structural overhaul (complete strip-out, architectural redesign, luxury finishes): Can range from £1,500 to £2,500+ per square metre, translating to anywhere from £50,000 to £150,000+ for a typical 3-bedroom house.
To get an accurate price for your project, post a job today to request a detailed quote from a local building specialist.
What is the difference between a partial and a full internal refurbishment?
Choosing the right scope of work depends on your budget, property condition, and long-term living goals. Understanding the difference helps you plan your project timeline effectively:
- Partial refurbishment: Focuses on specific areas of the home, such as updating just the kitchen and bathroom, or redecorating individual rooms. It is faster, less disruptive, and can often be completed while you continue living in the property.
- Full internal refurbishment: A comprehensive, property-wide overhaul that typically strips the building back to its shell. It involves rewiring, re-plumbing, installing new insulation, re-plastering, replacing floors, and updating every room simultaneously.
- Key comparison: Partial refurbishments target isolated problem areas or style updates, whereas a full internal refurbishment resets the property's lifecycle, addressing hidden structural, electrical, and thermal issues while completely modernising the layout.
Investing in a professional main contractor ensures your project is managed efficiently, preventing costly delays and substandard workmanship across overlapping trades.
Revitalising your entire living space breathes new life into your property and dramatically increases its market value. Whether you are modernising a period fixer-upper or reconfiguring a dated family home, a local building specialist can get it sorted.
Whether you need a full structural strip-out or a managed whole-house upgrade, speak to a specialist today to receive a free quote.
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Other whole internal refurbishment FAQs
Do I need to move out during a whole house refurbishment?
Yes. For a full internal refurbishment—especially one involving rewiring, plumbing replacement, plastering, and structural changes—the property will essentially be a working building site without working water, heating, or kitchen facilities. Moving out temporary is safer and speeds up the construction process.
Do I need planning permission for an internal refurbishment?
Generally, internal alterations (like updating kitchens, bathrooms, rewiring, or re-plastering) do not require planning permission. However, planning permission may be required if your property is listed, located in a conservation area, or if you are removing structural load-bearing walls or altering the building's external envelope. Building Regulations approval will still apply to electrical, gas, and structural work.
How long does a full house refurbishment take?
Depending on the size of the property and the complexity of structural changes, a full internal refurbishment typically takes between 3 to 6 months from start to finish. Your contractor will provide a detailed timeline and schedule of works before construction begins.
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BJK Building Services Ltd
Whole Internal Refurbishment
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I am a self employed Carpenter and Joiner and specialise in fitting kitchens, bespoke/built-in furniture and storage solutions and laying wooden flooring. I also work with a small team on larger projects, consisting of me, a fully qualified plumber, a fully qualified electrician, a plasterer and tiler and a decorator. As a team we fit Bathrooms, Large Kitchens, and undertake Full House Renovations. Although I am a relatively young carpenter, I am not inexperienced and have been doing this sort of work for over 8 years, and definitely feel I have something to prove when it comes to my trade knowledge and quality of workmanship. I am working to build up a profile full of glowing reviews and recommendations and understand this only comes from the best quality work and spot on pricing.
Douglas and his team are very professional and hard working and they have done an amazing job on my bathroom. Everything he does is to a high standard I would recommend him to all my friends and family.
We are a family run building, refurbishment and electrical company. We pride ourselves on taking a no substitute for quality attitude and we firmly believe in liaising with the client to confidently fulfil their needs in their entirety. We offer all services from extensions, kitchens, bathrooms, electrical installation, adding sockets/switches and repair. Fensa registered for all window, door, bifold door installations - 10 year insurance backed guarantee on all window door installations.
Great service
GD Property Maintenance and Carpentry specialize in exterior and interior, wood working projects such as Kitchen fittings,refurbishing, bespoke furniture, timber framed buildings and many more. Our skilled tradesmen cover the GU and PO area.
Fantastic carpentry skill, and very pleased with result. Would highly recommend
A family business that delivers great customer service. We have a reliable team who all take pride in the work we carry out in your home ensuring that we leave you completely satisfied and as proud of our work as we are. All our work is executed to high standard. So, no matter what job needs doing big or small, I will be happy to provide a very competitive quotation free of charge. fully insured. The work that we undertake: Painting and decorating Refurbishment Tiling Plastering and rendering Carpentry Loft conversion Extension General builders And many more We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Absolutely fantastic service. We had cracks in our two main bedrooms, hallways and living room that needed repairing whilst we were living in the house with a baby and small child. Tilly got three men on the job to get it all completed asap. The team worked flat out without breaks and got done in 2.5 days (Tilly quoted aprox 3 days). They did over and above what I’d asked them to painting areas they hadn’t even replastered to make the hose look fresh. Tilly quoted & charged very reasonably too.
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Rooftime has been trading for 24 years and we are qualified in all aspects of Roofing through the citb certification scheme. All works are guaranteed and fully insured.
This tradesman never turned up and said a few times he would call me back but never bothered, I’m not sure why people mess people about.
We're a small Building and Maintenance company based in Hampshire, covering all aspects and trades of the building industry. We have been up and running since 1999 and we are happy to help anyone in need of works no matter how small or big. We are happy to come and give you a free quote along with good friendly advice.
Superb work from Jamie and his team for a number of different jobs on my 350 year old cottage, including replacing a lintel, damp repairs and prevention, render repairs, roof repairs and lead work etc. He has been incredibly helpful and efficient in completing the works and has dealt with unforeseen problems brilliantly. Couldn’t be happier and would recommend to anyone looking for a skilled multi trade builder in the area
PRIMARY ASPECT LIMITED is a leading Construction company serving the London area. Ever since we opened for business, we’ve taken a comprehensive approach to project management, providing our clients with a wide range of construction and refurbishment services, to cover their needs. Get in touch today to learn more about what we can offer you and to receive your free estimate.
Patrick was very helpful right from start. He was detailed in the initial quote and communication was easy and prompt. On the day he was very polite, clean and tidy, nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend.
We are specialist in small construction projects varying from extensions, new builds to house refurbishments. We have a wealth of experience in our team from Carpentry, Mechanical and Electrical, Plastering and Decoration. We have an excellent approved sub-contractor list. We can accommodate any requirements from planning, building control and design if required. We take pride in our work and ensure our customers receive a stress free project with great communication. Search TKG Contracts
First rate job
I'm a hard working, honest and professional tradesman, who will go the extra mile to ensure that your requirements are met to the highest standard.
Needed a full rewire excluding kitchen From the moment we first saw James and Anthony, we knew they were the real deal and perfect for the job. They took our diagrams, suggested improvements, and gave us a detailed quote competitive to 7 other providers. We gave our keys over and the work was completed 6 days later. Problems were communicated and viable alternatives were implemented with no fuss. House has been left very clean. EIC and part p issued upon payment. Thanks James, Anthony and Jordan
With over 15 years building experience in the construction industry, GN Building Services (Stafford) Ltd are experts in all aspects of construction and project management. We specialise in both traditional and cutting-edge design and building methods. GN Building Services (Stafford) Ltd is not only a building company. We cover the entire project, from planning, design, building, renovating, electrical installation, tiling, and plumbing. We do not use subcontractors; all work is completed by our own employees. This means no delays, no waiting for specialist tradesmen; we finish the entire job within budget and on time.
If you want building work done then GN Building Services are brilliant, not just excellent!. Before we said to go ahead he had introduced us to four former clients and showed us the work completed. He and his team are probably the hardest working tradesmen I have ever come across and talk about working to time and budget. I should really keep this review quiet as they are very much in demand and I need some more work doing - but I can not rate them highly enough.
A professional qualified insured family run business who puts their customers first
Porch repair. John was very helpful and offered several options to help us make a decision. Very pleased with outcome and have booked him for some more work.
We are a family run business with experience in all aspects of Building, roofing & home improvements. working around Newport and the surrounding area's. We provide a fast and professional service at competitive rates. No job too small, call now for a free quotation, partner to ( shield roofing specialists south wales)
Responded very quickly to my request. Very tidy work and very reasonable price
Hi,my name is vathi and i am a hardworking, well-organized and experienced handyman with a keen eye for details,physical stamina and apt in problem-solving.Moreover,i perform various repairs and maintenance tasks, including appliance installation, routine landscaping on the grounds and carpentry
beautiful work done installing engineered wood. initially planned for installation of engineered wood by floating it. had to switch over to gluing due to the product i had got. still ended up completing 2 days worth of work in a single day. will definitely hire again.
Roofing contractor . Other work undertaken
We are reliable builders undertaking all aspects of general building,renovation and refurbishment work,including: *Kitchen,Bathroom Fitting *Interior,Exterior Decorating *Electrical,Lighting *Flooring - laminate,ceramic,solid wood,engineering *Extension
Waldemar understood exactly what I needed. Great workmanship, went the extra mile. Friendly manner. Refreshing change as he respected the property, and me as a customer. Would use again and plan to for a bigger job.
Drips Plumbing & Heating LTD
Whole Internal Refurbishment
Drips plumbing and heating Ltd is a plumbing & heating company covering a vast area within our trade. Drips Plumbing started in June 2015 and has over 15 years plumbing experience. All Our plumbing and heating engineers are fully qualified, fully insured and 100 percent professionals in the profession, We offer top quality work with very affordable prices. We are an independent plumbing company based in greater London cover all of London and surrounding areas. Our customers have come to expect the very best in our plumbing & heating services, whatever the problem, we guarantee to fix it properly and efficiently. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Ben was originally due to visit the installation in order to provide an accurate quote but couldn't make the appointment so gave an acceptable quote without viewing the site. The work was carried out on a Saturday and Ben honoured his quote. Communication was very good and I wouldn't hesitate to use his services again.
We are a small but capable company, experienced in all aspects of home improvement. Our goals are to recycle and use materials responsibly, yet cost effectively.
Phill was great, turned up promptly both for initially quoting and for the job. Friendly and got the job done without any issues. Sorted out the manhole cover brilliantly
We pride ourselves on our quality of work, every job we carry out is done to a high standard,joinery includes roofing,doors,kitchens,wooden floors,fencing, building work, ie extensions,new builds an property maintenance,an many more jobs,no job to small,
first class job
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