West Midlands regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Lichfield?
Updated prices for . Lichfield prices are typically 11% above the national average.
Price summary
Lichfield Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £33,420 | £55,700 | £89,120 |
| Double Storey Extension | £55,700 | £94,690 | £155,960 |
| Loft Conversion | £27,850 | £50,130 | £83,550 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on West Midlands regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Lichfield
Every price adjusted for Lichfield using a 1.114x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £33,420 | £55,700 | £89,120 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £55,700 | £94,690 | £155,960 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £27,850 | £50,130 | £83,550 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £8,910 | £16,710 | £27,850 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £2,785 | £5,015 | £8,910 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £890 | £1,670 | £3,340 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £1,115 | £2,005 | £3,900 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,335 | £2,230 | £3,900 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £5,570 | £13,370 | £27,850 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £555 | £1,335 | £2,785 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £11,140 | £20,050 | £33,420 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £13,370 | £27,850 | £55,700 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £1,115 | £2,005 | £3,340 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,670 | £3,900 | £7,800 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£33,420
Average
£55,700
High
£89,120
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£55,700
Average
£94,690
High
£155,960
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£27,850
Average
£50,130
High
£83,550
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£8,910
Average
£16,710
High
£27,850
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£2,785
Average
£5,015
High
£8,910
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£890
Average
£1,670
High
£3,340
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£1,115
Average
£2,005
High
£3,900
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,335
Average
£2,230
High
£3,900
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£5,570
Average
£13,370
High
£27,850
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£555
Average
£1,335
High
£2,785
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£11,140
Average
£20,050
High
£33,420
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£13,370
Average
£27,850
High
£55,700
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£1,115
Average
£2,005
High
£3,340
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,670
Average
£3,900
High
£7,800
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Lichfield Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Lichfield?
The Midlands has a wide range of housing types, from Victorian terraces and back-to-backs to post-war council estates and modern developments. Lichfield and surrounding areas like Solihull and Coventry have a large number of properties of varying ages and conditions. Older properties generally cost more for builder work due to the extra preparation and access challenges they present.
The West Midlands sits slightly below the national average for trade costs, making it one of the more affordable areas for builder work. Labour rates in Lichfield are around 11% above the UK average. There's a good supply of qualified professionals across the Midlands, but prices still vary by 30-50% between tradespeople for the same job. Always get multiple quotes.
What you pay for builder work in Lichfield depends on the job complexity, materials chosen, and the condition of your property. Older properties with solid walls or limited access can make work more disruptive and expensive. For larger projects, expect to pay £55,700 to £155,960 for double storey extension in Lichfield. Material choices also make a significant difference to the total.
When getting quotes in Lichfield, 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 conditions, identify potential complications, and give you a detailed breakdown of costs. Be wary of significantly cheaper quotes — they may cut corners on materials or quality. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews.
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