Period terraces
Victorian and Edwardian homes in Colchester, Southend and Chelmsford that need careful renovation.
// Essex-wide
If you're anywhere in Essex, we'll come and have a look. From Saffron Walden to Tilbury, the same crew turns up.
// On the ground
We cover the whole of Essex with one full-time building crew, from Colchester and Braintree to Harlow, Epping, Maldon and Thurrock. No subcontracting the awkward bits, no different faces every week.
If you are outside our usual run we will tell you on the phone before anyone wastes a trip, and the site visit and quote are always free.
Our main areas are Chelmsford, Brentwood, Southend, Romford and Basildon, each with their own page below, but we take on renovations, extensions and kitchens right across the county.
We cover the whole of Essex with one full-time team. No subcontracting the awkward bits out, no different faces every week. If you're outside our usual patch we'll let you know on the phone before we waste your time, and the quote is always free.
// Also covering
// The houses we work on
Victorian and Edwardian homes in Colchester, Southend and Chelmsford that need careful renovation.
The backbone of most Essex towns, perfect for rear extensions and knock-throughs.
Harlow and Basildon homes with dated layouts and simple structure to open up.
Cottages and larger detached properties around Maldon, Braintree and Epping.
// Most requested
// Real numbers
| Kitchen fitted (mid-range) | 6,000 - £12,000 |
|---|---|
| Bathroom refit | 6,000 - £14,000 |
| Ground-floor renovation | 25,000 - £55,000 |
| Single-storey rear extension (4 x 4m) | 42,000 - £62,000 |
| Block-paved driveway (30 to 60 m²) | 4,800 - £8,500 |
| Closeboard fence (25 m run) | 1,500 - £2,100 |
// Guide prices, 2026. Your quote is fixed once we've seen the property.
// Planning and Building Control
Essex is split between twelve district and borough councils plus Southend and Thurrock, and each has its own conservation areas and local rules. We check the planning position for your exact address before we quote anything that might need consent.
// What we do
// All of Essex FAQ
Yes, with one crew. If you are at the edge of the county we will tell you on the phone whether we can take the job on.
No. Site visits and written quotes are free and there is no obligation.
Our core trades are in-house on one full-time crew, including our own electrician and tiler, so you deal with one team.
Stage payments tied to milestones, agreed in writing before we start. The final payment is only due once the snag list is signed off.
Yes. We carry full public liability insurance and you get a written agreement before any work begins.
// Enquire
Drop us a few details and we'll come back within one working day with a fixed price and a realistic timeline.