2026 ReportUK Home Improvement Cost Report 2026
Percy prices more than 400 home improvement jobs. This report compares 48 of the most common, with typical UK price ranges and how they change across 11 regions.
48Common jobs compared
11UK regions compared
£6,983Average project cost
Key Findings
1London premium remains significant. Homeowners in London and the South East pay 20-30% more than the national average for labour, with material costs broadly similar nationwide.
2Renewable energy projects are the fastest-growing category. Heat pump, solar panel, and EV charger installations have seen 40%+ demand growth year-on-year, driven by government incentives and rising energy costs.
3Kitchen and bathroom remain the highest-value improvements. Both consistently deliver 5-10% property value uplift, making them the most cost-effective renovations for homeowners planning to sell.
4Keeping existing layouts saves thousands. Across kitchens and bathrooms, retaining existing plumbing and electrical positions saves an average of £2,000 per project.
Cost Breakdown by Category
All prices shown are typical UK ranges for 2026. Actual costs vary by location, specification, and project complexity. Use our free AI cost estimator for a personalised quote.
Kitchen
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| a New Kitchen | £5,000 | £12,000 | £25,000 | View guide |
| a Kitchen Extension | £30,000 | £55,000 | £100,000 | View guide |
Bathroom
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| a Bathroom Renovation | £3,000 | £7,500 | £15,000 | View guide |
| a New Bathroom Suite | £1,000 | £2,500 | £5,000 | View guide |
| Bathroom Tiling | £600 | £1,800 | £4,000 | View guide |
Structural
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| a Loft Conversion | £20,000 | £40,000 | £65,000 | View guide |
| a House Extension | £25,000 | £50,000 | £100,000 | View guide |
| a Conservatory | £8,000 | £15,000 | £30,000 | View guide |
| a Garage Conversion | £6,000 | £12,000 | £20,000 | View guide |
| Damp Proofing | £500 | £3,000 | £8,000 | View guide |
Heating
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| a New Boiler | £1,800 | £3,000 | £5,000 | View guide |
| Underfloor Heating | £1,500 | £4,000 | £10,000 | View guide |
| Central Heating | £3,000 | £5,500 | £9,000 | View guide |
| Home Insulation | £500 | £2,500 | £8,000 | View guide |
Electrical
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| Rewiring a House | £3,000 | £5,500 | £10,000 | View guide |
Windows
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| Double Glazing | £3,000 | £6,000 | £12,000 | View guide |
Exterior
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
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| a New Driveway | £2,000 | £5,000 | £12,000 | View guide |
| Garden Landscaping | £1,500 | £5,000 | £15,000 | View guide |
| House Rendering | £3,000 | £6,000 | £12,000 | View guide |
| a New Patio | £1,500 | £4,000 | £10,000 | View guide |
| Garden Fencing | £500 | £1,500 | £3,500 | View guide |
| Tree Surgery | £200 | £800 | £3,000 | View guide |
Interior
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| Plastering | £300 | £1,500 | £4,000 | View guide |
| Painting and Decorating | £500 | £2,000 | £5,000 | View guide |
| Tiling | £400 | £1,500 | £4,000 | View guide |
| Carpentry | £300 | £1,500 | £5,000 | View guide |
| New Flooring | £500 | £2,000 | £6,000 | View guide |
| a Wet Room | £4,000 | £7,000 | £12,000 | |
| How Much Do Bi-Fold Doors | £2,500 | £5,000 | £8,000 | |
| Composite Decking | £2,000 | £4,500 | £8,000 | |
| a New Front Door | £800 | £1,500 | £3,500 | |
| CCTV & Alarm Installation | £300 | £1,200 | £3,000 | |
| Air Conditioning | £1,500 | £3,500 | £8,000 | |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,500 | £3,000 | £6,000 | |
| a Staircase Renovation | £800 | £3,000 | £8,000 | |
| Removing a Wall | £500 | £2,500 | £5,000 | |
| How Much Do Patio & French Doors | £1,200 | £2,800 | £5,000 | |
| Drainage Work | £80 | £1,500 | £5,000 | |
| Repointing | £1,000 | £3,000 | £6,000 | |
| Artificial Grass | £1,500 | £3,500 | £6,000 | View guide |
| a Log Burner | £1,500 | £3,000 | £5,000 | |
Roofing
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
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| a New Roof | £5,000 | £8,000 | £15,000 | View guide |
| a Flat Roof | £1,500 | £3,500 | £7,000 | View guide |
| Guttering | £500 | £1,500 | £3,500 | View guide |
| Scaffolding | £400 | £1,000 | £2,500 | View guide |
Renewables
| Project | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium | Guide |
|---|
| a Heat Pump | £7,000 | £12,000 | £18,000 | View guide |
| How Much Do Solar Panels | £4,000 | £7,000 | £14,000 | View guide |
| an EV Charger | £800 | £1,100 | £1,500 | View guide |
Regional Cost Comparison
Labour rates vary significantly across the UK. Material costs remain broadly consistent, but overall project costs differ by region due to local labour market conditions.
| Region | vs UK Average | Kitchen (Mid) | Bathroom (Mid) | Extension (Mid) |
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| London & South East | +25% | £15,000 | £9,375 | £62,500 |
| South West | +5% | £12,600 | £7,875 | £52,500 |
| East of England | +5% | £12,600 | £7,875 | £52,500 |
| West Midlands | Average | £12,000 | £7,500 | £50,000 |
| East Midlands | -5% | £11,400 | £7,125 | £47,500 |
| North West | -5% | £11,400 | £7,125 | £47,500 |
| Yorkshire & Humber | -8% | £11,040 | £6,900 | £46,000 |
| North East | -10% | £10,800 | £6,750 | £45,000 |
| Wales | -8% | £11,040 | £6,900 | £46,000 |
| Scotland | -5% | £11,400 | £7,125 | £47,500 |
| Northern Ireland | -10% | £10,800 | £6,750 | £45,000 |
Methodology
This report covers 48 of the most common home improvement jobs in the UK. Each price range is the typical range from our cost guides, and the regional comparison applies a regional adjustment to those ranges.
All prices include VAT where applicable and reflect standard specifications. Actual costs for your project will depend on your specific requirements, property condition, and local labour market. For a personalised estimate, use our free AI cost estimator.
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Explore Individual Cost Guides
a New Kitchen£5,000 – £25,000a Bathroom Renovation£3,000 – £15,000a Loft Conversion£20,000 – £65,000a House Extension£25,000 – £100,000a New Boiler£1,800 – £5,000Plastering£300 – £4,000Painting and Decorating£500 – £5,000a New Roof£5,000 – £15,000a New Driveway£2,000 – £12,000Garden Landscaping£1,500 – £15,000a Heat Pump£7,000 – £18,000How Much Do Solar Panels£4,000 – £14,000