South West regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Forest of Dean?
Updated prices for . Forest of Dean prices are typically 1% above the national average.
Price summary
Forest of Dean Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £30,240 | £50,400 | £80,640 |
| Double Storey Extension | £50,400 | £85,680 | £141,120 |
| Loft Conversion | £25,200 | £45,360 | £75,600 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on South West regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Forest of Dean
Every price adjusted for Forest of Dean using a 1.008x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £30,240 | £50,400 | £80,640 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £50,400 | £85,680 | £141,120 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £25,200 | £45,360 | £75,600 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £8,065 | £15,120 | £25,200 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £2,520 | £4,535 | £8,065 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £805 | £1,510 | £3,025 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £1,010 | £1,815 | £3,530 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,210 | £2,015 | £3,530 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £5,040 | £12,095 | £25,200 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £505 | £1,210 | £2,520 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £10,080 | £18,145 | £30,240 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £12,095 | £25,200 | £50,400 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £1,010 | £1,815 | £3,025 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,510 | £3,530 | £7,055 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£30,240
Average
£50,400
High
£80,640
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£50,400
Average
£85,680
High
£141,120
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£25,200
Average
£45,360
High
£75,600
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£8,065
Average
£15,120
High
£25,200
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£2,520
Average
£4,535
High
£8,065
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£805
Average
£1,510
High
£3,025
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£1,010
Average
£1,815
High
£3,530
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,210
Average
£2,015
High
£3,530
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£5,040
Average
£12,095
High
£25,200
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£505
Average
£1,210
High
£2,520
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£10,080
Average
£18,145
High
£30,240
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£12,095
Average
£25,200
High
£50,400
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£1,010
Average
£1,815
High
£3,025
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,510
Average
£3,530
High
£7,055
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Forest of Dean Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Forest of Dean?
The South West has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around Forest of Dean, many properties in areas near Surrey and Kent vary in age and condition. Older properties with original features typically cost more for builder work due to additional preparation and access challenges.
The South West sits above the national average for trade costs, influenced by proximity to London and the generally higher cost of living. Labour rates in Forest of Dean are typically 1% above the UK average. Despite this, there's a strong supply of qualified builder professionals across the region. Prices can vary 30-50% between different tradespeople for the same job, so getting multiple quotes is essential.
What you pay for builder work in Forest of Dean depends on the complexity of the job, the materials used, and the condition of your property. Older detached and semi-detached homes often present more challenges that add to the cost. For larger jobs, expect to pay £50,400 to £141,120 for double storey extension in Forest of Dean. Coastal properties in the South West may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in Forest of Dean, aim for at least three from different qualified professionals. Ask each one to visit and assess the work rather than quoting over the phone. A good builder will check the existing setup, identify complications, and provide a detailed cost breakdown. Be wary of quotes that seem significantly cheaper — they may be cutting corners on materials or quality. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews.
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