Property Refurbishment

While often used interchangeably, 'refurbishment’ typically focuses on updating and improving the aesthetic and functional aspects of a space. 'Renovation’ can imply more substantial, „back-to-brick” structural work. We are a turnkey refurbishment company with deep expertise in both.

The timeline is entirely dependent on the project’s scope. A high-end flat refurbishment in London may take 3-4 months, while a larger full house renovation with structural work can take 8-12 months. We provide a detailed, fixed schedule as part of our process.

For purely internal work that doesn’t alter the exterior of the property, Planning Permission is usually not required. However, Building Regulations approval is almost always needed for tasks like electrical rewiring, new plumbing systems, or removing internal walls. Crucially, if your property is a Listed Building, you will need Listed Building Consent for almost any change, internal or external.

Yes, absolutely. We have extensive experience collaborating with our clients’ chosen interior designers or architects. In this partnership, our role as the main contractor is to provide the technical design, project management, and construction expertise to bring their creative vision to life flawlessly, on time and on budget.

We provide complete clarity. In our fixed-price contract, we allocate a 'Prime Cost Sum’ (PC Sum) for specific items like sanitaryware, tiles, or kitchen cabinetry. This is a budget allowance based on your desired quality level. You can then choose items within that budget, or decide to spend more or less, with the final account adjusted transparently. This gives you full control over the cost of the finishes.

For smaller, partial refurbishments (e.g., just bathrooms), it can be possible to work around your living situation. However, for a comprehensive, full-house refurbishment involving rewiring, re-plumbing, and significant dust, it is generally not practical, safe, or pleasant to live on-site. We can phase works where possible, but most clients choose to move into temporary accommodation for the main construction period.

With great care and expertise. We have a deep respect for London’s heritage properties. Our approach involves meticulous planning, the use of appropriate traditional materials and techniques, and proactive collaboration with local council conservation officers to ensure every alteration is not only beautiful but also fully sympathetic to the building’s character and compliant with Listed Building Consent.

The security of your investment is paramount. During the construction phase, your project is protected by our comprehensive Public Liability Insurance and Contractor’s All-Risk Insurance. Upon completion, we provide our own workmanship guarantee, which is clearly defined in our building contract. This gives you peace of mind both during and long after the project is finished.

Transparency is key. While our detailed BIM design process minimises the risk of surprises, should something unexpected be discovered on-site (e.g., hidden pipework or foundation issues), we communicate with you immediately. Using our online platform (Autodesk Construction Cloud), we present the issue, our proposed solutions, and any potential cost or time implications. No additional work is ever undertaken without your full knowledge and formal approval.