How Long Does a Home Renovation Take?

Practical guide

How Long Does a Home Renovation Take?

There is no honest one size answer. A focused room refurbishment might take weeks, while a whole home renovation can take several months once strip out, services, plastering, drying times, decorating, flooring and snagging are included.

• The biggest timing factors are scope, permissions, lead times, access, hidden defects and decision speed.
• Drying times, inspections and trade sequencing need room in the programme.
• Living in the property during works often slows the sequence because areas need to stay usable.
• A clear scope before work starts is the best way to reduce drift.

Next step

Turn the idea into a sensible scope

Early advice is useful, but every London property has its own quirks. The next useful step is a clear conversation about the property, the work, the constraints and the level of finish you want.