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Renovation Costs 2026

Whole-House Renovation Cost (UK)

A whole-house renovation in the UK typically costs £40,000–£180,000 in 2026, with most homeowners spending around £85,000 for a mid-range finish. The final figure depends on the size of the room, the materials and fittings you choose, how much of the layout, plumbing or electrics you change, and local labour rates — so we show clear budget, mid-range and premium bands below, plus how the cost shifts across UK cities.

Whole-House renovation price bands

Indicative 2026 whole-house renovation costs across the UK (GBP, national mid-line).
TierTypical rangeWhat you get
Budget £40,000–£62,500 A cosmetic refresh — keep the layout, update finishes, fittings and decoration.
Mid-range £62,500–£132,500 A full re-fit with quality materials and some layout or service changes.
Premium £132,500–£180,000 High-spec materials, bespoke joinery and a fully reconfigured, designed space.

What drives the cost

Whole-House renovation costs by city

Prices shift with local labour and access rates. See the city-by-city whole-house guides for figures where you live:

Whole-House cost in London Whole-House cost in Manchester Whole-House cost in Birmingham Whole-House cost in Leeds Whole-House cost in Glasgow Whole-House cost in Edinburgh Whole-House cost in Bristol Whole-House cost in Liverpool Whole-House cost in Sheffield Whole-House cost in Milton Keynes Whole-House cost in Bradford Whole-House cost in Nottingham Whole-House cost in Cardiff Whole-House cost in Newcastle Whole-House cost in Brighton

Frequently asked questions

How much does a whole-house renovation cost in the UK?
A whole-house renovation usually costs between £40,000 and £180,000 in 2026. A budget refresh starts around £40,000, a typical mid-range project lands near £85,000, and a premium, high-spec renovation can reach £180,000 or more.
What affects whole-house renovation cost?
The biggest cost drivers are kitchen & bathrooms, rewire & re-plumb, plastering throughout, flooring & joinery and windows, roofing & insulation. Moving the layout or services, choosing premium materials and using specialist trades all push the price toward the upper band.
Does whole-house renovation cost vary by city?
Yes. Labour and access rates differ across the UK, so the same whole-house project costs more in London or Brighton than in the Midlands or the North. Our city pages show whole-house figures for each location.
Can I preview my whole-house before paying for the work?
Yes. With Remodelers UK you upload a photo of your existing whole-house, choose from more than 50 styles, and get a realistic AI redesign in about 30 seconds — so you can test colours, layouts and finishes, and agree a look before committing budget to materials or trades.

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