South East regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Surrey Heath?
Updated prices for . Surrey Heath prices are typically 24% above the national average.
Price summary
Surrey Heath Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £37,170 | £61,950 | £99,120 |
| Double Storey Extension | £61,950 | £105,315 | £173,460 |
| Loft Conversion | £30,975 | £55,755 | £92,925 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on South East regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Surrey Heath
Every price adjusted for Surrey Heath using a 1.239x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £37,170 | £61,950 | £99,120 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £61,950 | £105,315 | £173,460 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £30,975 | £55,755 | £92,925 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £9,910 | £18,585 | £30,975 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £3,100 | £5,575 | £9,910 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £990 | £1,860 | £3,715 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £1,240 | £2,230 | £4,335 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,485 | £2,480 | £4,335 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £6,195 | £14,870 | £30,975 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £620 | £1,485 | £3,100 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £12,390 | £22,300 | £37,170 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £14,870 | £30,975 | £61,950 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £1,240 | £2,230 | £3,715 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,860 | £4,335 | £8,675 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£37,170
Average
£61,950
High
£99,120
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£61,950
Average
£105,315
High
£173,460
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£30,975
Average
£55,755
High
£92,925
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£9,910
Average
£18,585
High
£30,975
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£3,100
Average
£5,575
High
£9,910
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£990
Average
£1,860
High
£3,715
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£1,240
Average
£2,230
High
£4,335
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,485
Average
£2,480
High
£4,335
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£6,195
Average
£14,870
High
£30,975
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£620
Average
£1,485
High
£3,100
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£12,390
Average
£22,300
High
£37,170
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£14,870
Average
£30,975
High
£61,950
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£1,240
Average
£2,230
High
£3,715
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,860
Average
£4,335
High
£8,675
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Surrey Heath Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Surrey Heath?
The South East has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around Surrey Heath, 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 Surrey Heath are typically 24% 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 Surrey Heath 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 £61,950 to £173,460 for double storey extension in Surrey Heath. Coastal properties in the South East may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in Surrey Heath, 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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