Home Improvement Timeline: How Long Does Your Project Really Take?

Managing Project Expectations

Managing expectations regarding timelines is crucial for a stress-free project. Here's how long common home improvements actually take.

Kitchen Refit: 2-4 Weeks

Strip out (2 days), first fix (2-3 days), units fitted (3-5 days), worktops templated and fitted (1 week), tiling and finishing (3-5 days).

Bathroom Refit: 1-2 Weeks

Strip out (1 day), first fix (2 days), tiling (3-4 days), fitting suite (2-3 days), finishing (1-2 days).

Single-Storey Extension: 10-14 Weeks

Groundworks (2 weeks), shell build (4 weeks), roof (1 week), first fix (2 weeks), plastering (1 week), second fix (2-3 weeks).

Loft Conversion: 6-8 Weeks

Structural work (2 weeks), weatherproofing (1 week), first fix (1 week), stairs (3 days), plastering (1 week), finishing (2 weeks).