UK House Costs
UK Cost Reference · 2026

What home improvement projects actually cost in the UK.

A structured reference of GBP price ranges for renovations, trades and construction projects across the United Kingdom. Each guide breaks down labour, materials, hidden costs and the factors that shift a quote up or down — no upsell, no affiliate noise.

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Plumbing, electrician, kitchen, roofing, tiling and bathroom — instant GBP estimates with labour and materials split.

Categories

9 guides
Bathrooms

Reference prices for full bathroom renovations, fittings and finishing trades across the UK.

8 guides
Kitchens

Cost benchmarks for kitchen renovations, units, worktops and installation labour.

11 guides
Trades

Day rates, hourly rates and call-out fees for electricians, plumbers, builders, decorators, plasterers and floor fitters in the UK.

8 guides
Heating

Boiler installation, replacement, servicing and central heating system upgrade costs across the UK.

14 guides
Extensions & Conversions

Loft conversions, single and double storey extensions, outdoor works and major home improvements pricing.

All cost guides

Bathroom renovation cost in the UK£4,500–£12,000Kitchen renovation cost in the UK£6,000–£25,000Loft conversion cost in the UK£30,000–£75,000House extension cost in the UK£30,000–£120,000Boiler installation cost in the UK£1,800–£4,500Electrician hourly rate in the UK£40–£80Plumber hourly rate in the UK£45–£90Builder day rate in the UK£180–£420Roof repair cost in the UK£150–£3,000Painting and decorating cost in the UK£150–£500Small bathroom renovation cost in the UK£3,000–£7,500Ensuite bathroom renovation cost in the UK£3,500–£8,500Bathroom tiling cost in the UK£1,500–£4,500Shower installation cost in the UK£400–£2,500Bathroom plumbing cost in the UK£1,000–£2,800Kitchen fitting cost in the UK£1,500–£4,000IKEA kitchen installation cost in the UK£1,800–£4,500Kitchen worktop replacement cost in the UK£400–£3,500Cheap kitchen renovation in the UK£1,200–£5,500Kitchen renovation cost per m² in the UK£600–£2,200Boiler replacement cost in the UK£1,900–£3,800Combi boiler installation cost in the UK£1,900–£4,800Boiler service cost in the UK£80–£140Central heating installation cost in the UK£3,500–£6,500Radiator installation cost in the UK£150–£500Emergency plumber cost in the UK£150–£500Plumber call-out fee in the UK£60–£200Electrician call-out fee in the UK£60–£200Flooring installation cost in the UK£30–£180Plastering cost per m² in the UK£15–£50Cheap vs luxury bathroom renovation in the UK£3,500–£25,000Bathroom renovation timeline in the UK£5–£15Bathroom renovation cost breakdown in the UK£4,500–£12,000Kitchen renovation timeline in the UK£7–£30Kitchen installation cost breakdown in the UK£6,000–£25,000Boiler repair vs replacement cost in the UK£150–£4,500Cost to move a radiator in the UK£200–£800Cost of new electrics in a house in the UK£1,500–£9,000Cost of rewiring a house in the UK£2,500–£12,000Loft conversion cost breakdown in the UK£30,000–£75,000Extension cost per m² in the UK£1,500–£4,500Cost of building a garage in the UK£12,000–£40,000Driveway installation cost in the UK£3,000–£15,000Fencing installation cost in the UK£40–£110Garden landscaping cost in the UK£3,000–£50,000Cost of new windows in the UK£400–£1,500Double glazing installation cost in the UK£400–£1,000Roof replacement cost in the UK£4,500–£20,000Cost of damp proofing in the UK£400–£10,000Home renovation cost estimator for the UK£10,000–£200,000

Cross-reference any project with our builder day rates, electrician rates and plumber rates to sanity-check quotes from local trades.

Frequently asked questions

How accurate are these UK cost ranges?
Each range reflects typical 2026 pricing from UK trade quotes, supplier price lists and published industry benchmarks. Regional variation — especially London vs the rest of the UK — can shift quotes by 20–40%, so treat the figures as a sanity-check band, not a fixed quote.
Do the prices include VAT?
Most labour and materials figures shown are quoted excluding VAT, in line with how UK trades typically present quotes. Add 20% VAT for VAT-registered contractors. Some energy-efficiency works (insulation, heat pumps, certain boilers) qualify for reduced 0% or 5% VAT in 2026.
Why do quotes vary so much between tradespeople?
UK quotes vary based on the trade's overheads, day rate, distance, current workload, and whether they sub-contract specialist work. Always get 3 written quotes for any project over £2,000 and compare line-by-line — not just the headline total.
Are these prices for London or the rest of the UK?
Ranges shown are UK national averages. London and the South East typically run 20–35% above these figures; the North, Wales, Northern Ireland and most of Scotland often sit 5–15% below.
Do I need planning permission or building regs for these projects?
Most internal works (bathrooms, kitchens, boilers, rewires) need Building Regulations sign-off but not planning permission. Extensions, loft conversions, new windows in some flats and external alterations may need either or both. Each guide flags the typical requirements for that project.
How do I avoid being overcharged?
Use these reference ranges to spot outlier quotes, ask for an itemised breakdown of labour vs materials, check the trade is on a recognised scheme (Gas Safe, NICEIC, TrustMark, FMB), and never pay more than 20–30% up front on a project under £10,000.