Based in Ross-on-Wye · Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire & South Wales0800 292 2159info@wearebuilt.uk AboutServicesAreas we coverOur WorkReviewsBlogEstimatorContactRequest an estimate Home / Services / Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration # Whole-property renovations and restorationin Herefordshire & the Wye Valley. Bring an existing home into the way you want to live, with structural alterations, services and finishes planned together rather than tackled room by room in isolation. Request an estimate Free survey on properties you own - 25 years Trade experience, three generations of builders - CHAS accredited Independently vetted for health and safety - £10M insured Public and employers' liability - No upfront deposit Invoiced fortnightly for work completed - Warranty included 10 years on new builds, 1 year on other work Overview ## Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration: what's involved and who it's for ### What it is Whole-property renovation updates the layout, condition and services of an existing home. Restoration repairs the building's fabric while retaining features worth keeping. Your project may need both, with each repair and alteration agreed in the scope. ### Who it's for Homeowners and buyers planning substantial work on existing houses across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and South Wales, including older properties that need a careful approach to repairs. ### When you need it Before a major refurbishment, a change to the internal layout or work on a property with several connected defects. An early survey helps establish which work should come first. ### Why a professional matters Opening walls and floors often reveals conditions that cannot be seen during a viewing. Coordinating structural work, plumbing, electrics and finishes helps avoid covering problems up or paying to redo finished rooms. Get it right first time ## What goes wrong when it's done badly Decorating over damp, movement or deteriorating materials does not address the cause. Starting a renovation without reviewing the whole building can leave essential repairs outside the budget and new finishes exposed to damage. ### Risks and rising costs - Concealed defects changing the agreed work. - New finishes damaged by unresolved damp. - Structural alterations made without appropriate design. - Services needing changes after rooms are finished. ### Common mistakes to avoid - Choosing finishes before assessing the existing fabric. - Removing walls without checking their structural role. - Assuming cosmetic work will solve moisture problems. - Leaving access and living arrangements out of the programme. Our process ## How your whole-property renovations & restoration project runs - Step 1 ### Survey and priorities Review the property, your intended layout and features to retain. - Step 2 ### Design and checks Identify structural advice, permissions and conservation requirements before work starts. - Step 3 ### Scope and price Agree repairs, alterations, finishes and how unforeseen work will be handled. - Step 4 ### Repair and refurbish Sequence structural work and services before plastering, joinery and final finishes. - Step 5 ### Review and handover Check the completed scope and discuss care of repaired materials. Why BUILT ## What you get with us - ### Whole-building approach Consider the structure, services and finishes as one project. - ### Existing character retained Agree which original details are repaired and kept before work begins. - ### Coordinated trades Plan building work and finishing trades in the right sequence. - ### Clear payment stages No upfront deposit, with fortnightly invoicing for completed work. - ### Workmanship warranty Renovation work carries a 1-year warranty. In detail ## Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration explained A renovation should start with what the house needs, not a standard list of replacements. These are the decisions we discuss before agreeing your project. ### Whole-house refurbishment Plan connected rooms together, including circulation, storage and the position of services. Decide what can remain and what needs repair or replacement. A single scope makes the relationship between early building work and later kitchen, bathroom and finishing work clear. ### Structural alterations and open-plan layouts Removing a load-bearing wall or changing an opening needs appropriate structural design and building control consideration. Chimney breast alterations also require assessment of the remaining structure. We agree the necessary input before starting the affected work. ### Restoring older properties Older houses may rely on materials and construction methods that behave differently from modern ones. Repair choices should reflect the existing fabric and sources of moisture. Original stonework, timber and other retained details are considered individually rather than replaced by default. ### Damp, ventilation and existing defects Damp can arise from several causes, including leaks, ground levels or condensation. Identify the cause before specifying repairs. Insulation, ventilation and heating changes should be considered together rather than treated as unrelated upgrades. ### Kitchens, bathrooms and internal finishes Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments can form part of the wider renovation. Their layouts need to be coordinated with drainage, water, electrics and structural changes before plastering and joinery are completed. Our separate service pages explain these room-specific stages. ### Living in the property during renovation Whether you can remain at home depends on safe access, the extent of work and availability of essential facilities. Discuss temporary accommodation and any phasing before the programme is agreed. Not every whole-house renovation can be carried out around occupants. ### Planning and listed-building considerations Some internal work may not need planning permission, but structural work can still require building regulations approval. Listed buildings and conservation constraints need separate checks. Our Design & Build service can include design, planning and conservation work within an agreed package. Working with BUILT ## What to expect from start to finish ### A survey before any price Every project starts with a visit. On properties you already own, the site survey is free. If you're still buying, our pre-purchase estimate costs £250 + VAT and is refunded in full on your first invoice if you book the work with us. Either way, you get a clear view of what's involved before committing. ### Paying only for progress We don't ask for an upfront deposit. Instead, work is invoiced fortnightly based on an agreed percentage of completed work per item. You can see exactly what you're paying for on every invoice, and your money stays with you until the work is done. ### One team, one point of contact BUILT has 25 tradespeople on the tools and 4 office staff, working from our own units and offices at Linton Barns, Ross-on-Wye. Keeping trades in-house means fewer handovers, fewer gaps in the programme, and one company accountable for the result. ### Protection once we've finished New build houses carry a 10-year warranty; extensions, conversions and all other work carry a 1-year warranty. We're CHAS accredited and hold £10M combined public and employers' liability insurance throughout the build. ## Our whole-property renovations & restoration projects FAQs ## Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration questions, answered ### What is the difference between renovation and restoration? Renovation updates a property's condition, layout or services. Restoration focuses on repairing and retaining its existing fabric and character. Many older-house projects combine both. ### How much does a whole-house renovation cost? It depends on the condition of the house, structural changes, services and finishes. We review the property and price the agreed scope rather than use a fixed cost per room. Hidden defects may require additional work, which should be discussed before proceeding. ### Can you renovate an older or listed house? We discuss the existing fabric and conservation requirements during the survey. Listed-building consent and specialist advice may be needed, depending on the work. The scope is agreed before construction starts. ### Can I live at home during a whole-property renovation? Sometimes, but extensive work may make that impractical or unsafe. We review access, services and possible phasing with you before agreeing the programme. ### Can kitchens and bathrooms be included in the renovation? Yes. Their installation or refurbishment can be coordinated with the wider building work and included in the agreed scope. ### How long will the renovation take? The programme depends on the extent of repairs, design and approvals, access and material choices. We discuss a project-specific programme at pricing stage rather than promise a standard completion time. ### Do I have to pay a deposit before work starts? No. BUILT does not take an upfront deposit. Work is invoiced fortnightly, based on an agreed percentage of completed work per item, so your payments follow real progress on site rather than promises. ### How much does a site survey cost? Site surveys are free on properties you already own. If you haven't bought the property yet, a pre-purchase estimate costs £250 + VAT, and that fee is refunded in full on your first invoice if you book the work with us. ### Are you insured and accredited? Yes. BUILT is CHAS accredited and carries £10M combined public and employers' liability insurance. ### Do you offer an emergency or out-of-hours service? We're a planned-works building contractor, not an emergency call-out service. Our office is open Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. Call 0800 292 2159 during those hours and we'll tell you honestly whether we're the right fit and how quickly we can visit. ## Related services - Design & Build - Plastering & Rendering - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Carpentry - Basement Conversions - New Builds - Extensions - Home Renovations - Brickwork & Stonework ## Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration near you Based at Linton Barns, Ross-on-Wye, we work across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and South Wales, including: - Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration in Herefordshire - Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration in Gloucestershire - Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration in Monmouthshire - Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration in Worcestershire - Whole-Property Renovations & Restoration in Ross-on-Wye ## Building work photographs Browse the relevant types of work in our photo library. Albums show work at different stages, not location-specific case studies. - Renovations photographs - Stonework photographsAll project albums ## Related building advice - From Renovations to New Builds: What a Building Firm Should OfferAll building advice ## Find out what your project will cost. Free site survey on properties you own. No upfront deposit. CHAS accredited and £10M insured. 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