South East regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Hastings?
Updated prices for . Hastings prices are typically 10% below the national average.
Price summary
Hastings Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £27,060 | £45,100 | £72,160 |
| Double Storey Extension | £45,100 | £76,670 | £126,280 |
| Loft Conversion | £22,550 | £40,590 | £67,650 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on South East regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Hastings
Every price adjusted for Hastings using a 0.902x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £27,060 | £45,100 | £72,160 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £45,100 | £76,670 | £126,280 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £22,550 | £40,590 | £67,650 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £7,215 | £13,530 | £22,550 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £2,255 | £4,060 | £7,215 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £720 | £1,355 | £2,705 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £900 | £1,625 | £3,155 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,080 | £1,805 | £3,155 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £4,510 | £10,825 | £22,550 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £450 | £1,080 | £2,255 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £9,020 | £16,235 | £27,060 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £10,825 | £22,550 | £45,100 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £900 | £1,625 | £2,705 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,355 | £3,155 | £6,315 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£27,060
Average
£45,100
High
£72,160
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£45,100
Average
£76,670
High
£126,280
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£22,550
Average
£40,590
High
£67,650
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£7,215
Average
£13,530
High
£22,550
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£2,255
Average
£4,060
High
£7,215
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£720
Average
£1,355
High
£2,705
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£900
Average
£1,625
High
£3,155
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,080
Average
£1,805
High
£3,155
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£4,510
Average
£10,825
High
£22,550
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£450
Average
£1,080
High
£2,255
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£9,020
Average
£16,235
High
£27,060
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£10,825
Average
£22,550
High
£45,100
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£900
Average
£1,625
High
£2,705
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,355
Average
£3,155
High
£6,315
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Hastings Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Hastings?
The South East has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around Hastings, 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 East sits above the national average for trade costs, influenced by proximity to London and the generally higher cost of living. Labour rates in Hastings are typically 10% below 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 Hastings 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 £45,100 to £126,280 for double storey extension in Hastings. Coastal properties in the South East may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in Hastings, 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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