How Much Does It Cost to Renovate a House in the Leicester, Rutland or East Midlands?

Renovating a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions most homeowners will ever make and one of the first questions we always get is:

“How much will we be looking to spend?”

As with most things, it always depends.

In this blog, we have provided you with a breakdown of the typical costs, what affects the price and how proper renovation management can save you time, money and stress.

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What Affects Renovation Costs?

Every project is different, but the main factors that influence cost are:

• Size and scope of the work (e.g. loft vs. whole house)
• Structural changes (moving walls = more cost)
• Plumbing & electrics (especially in older homes)
• Finish level – high-end fixtures vs. standard
• Planning permissions and architectural involvement

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Typical Ballpark Costs (East Midlands)

Here’s a rough guide to average renovation costs in Leicestershire and Rutland, based on a standard 3–4 bed home in 2024:

• Full House Renovation: £75,000 – £180,000+
• Kitchen Renovation: £15,000 – £45,000
• Bathroom Renovation: £6,000 – £15,000
• Extension (20–30m²): £35,000 – £65,000+
• Loft Conversion: £30,000 – £50,000

Note: These are average ranges and actual costs may vary depending on materials, access, design, and trades availability.

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Where Most Budgets Go Wrong

According to the 2023 UK Home Improvement Report:

• 1 in 3 self-managed renovations go over budget
• Over 50% suffer from project delays
• 72% of homeowners say they underestimated how stressful it would be

This is where project management changes everything. At Lambert & Wright, we bring coordination, experience and accountability to every job—no guessing, no nasty surprises.

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Why Work With a Renovation Manager?

• We plan everything up front, so there’s no scope creep
• We coordinate trades so you’re not paying for delays or overlaps
• We spot problems early before they become expensive
• We give you one point of contact — not five different people

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Thinking About Renovating?

We offer free consultations across South Leicestershire, Rutland, and the wider East Midlands. Whether you’re budgeting now or ready to start, we’re happy to chat.

As well as saving you a lot of stress, you’ll have one point of contact and will potentially save a good sum of money too.

Contact us today to discuss your renovation plans!