East Midlands regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Oadby and Wigston?
Updated prices for . Oadby and Wigston prices are typically 11% above the national average.
Price summary
Oadby and Wigston Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £33,270 | £55,450 | £88,720 |
| Double Storey Extension | £55,450 | £94,265 | £155,260 |
| Loft Conversion | £27,725 | £49,905 | £83,175 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on East Midlands regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Oadby and Wigston
Every price adjusted for Oadby and Wigston using a 1.109x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £33,270 | £55,450 | £88,720 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £55,450 | £94,265 | £155,260 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £27,725 | £49,905 | £83,175 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £8,870 | £16,635 | £27,725 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £2,775 | £4,990 | £8,870 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £885 | £1,665 | £3,325 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £1,110 | £1,995 | £3,880 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,330 | £2,220 | £3,880 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £5,545 | £13,310 | £27,725 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £555 | £1,330 | £2,775 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £11,090 | £19,960 | £33,270 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £13,310 | £27,725 | £55,450 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £1,110 | £1,995 | £3,325 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,665 | £3,880 | £7,765 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£33,270
Average
£55,450
High
£88,720
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£55,450
Average
£94,265
High
£155,260
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£27,725
Average
£49,905
High
£83,175
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£8,870
Average
£16,635
High
£27,725
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£2,775
Average
£4,990
High
£8,870
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£885
Average
£1,665
High
£3,325
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£1,110
Average
£1,995
High
£3,880
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,330
Average
£2,220
High
£3,880
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£5,545
Average
£13,310
High
£27,725
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£555
Average
£1,330
High
£2,775
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£11,090
Average
£19,960
High
£33,270
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£13,310
Average
£27,725
High
£55,450
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£1,110
Average
£1,995
High
£3,325
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,665
Average
£3,880
High
£7,765
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Oadby and Wigston Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Oadby and Wigston?
The Midlands has a wide range of housing types, from Victorian terraces and back-to-backs to post-war council estates and modern developments. Oadby and Wigston 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 East Midlands sits slightly below the national average for trade costs, making it one of the more affordable areas for builder work. Labour rates in Oadby and Wigston 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 Oadby and Wigston 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 £55,450 to £155,260 for double storey extension in Oadby and Wigston. Material choices also make a significant difference to the total.
When getting quotes in Oadby and Wigston, 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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