South East regional pricing
How Much Does a Builder Cost in Reigate and Banstead?
Updated prices for . Reigate and Banstead prices are typically 21% above the national average.
Price summary
Reigate and Banstead Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £36,390 | £60,650 | £97,040 |
| Double Storey Extension | £60,650 | £103,105 | £169,820 |
| Loft Conversion | £30,325 | £54,585 | £90,975 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on South East regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Builder Prices in Reigate and Banstead
Every price adjusted for Reigate and Banstead using a 1.213x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Extension | £36,390 | £60,650 | £97,040 | 8-12 weeks |
| Double Storey Extension | £60,650 | £103,105 | £169,820 | 12-20 weeks |
| Loft Conversion | £30,325 | £54,585 | £90,975 | 6-10 weeks |
| Garage Conversion | £9,705 | £18,195 | £30,325 | 2-4 weeks |
| Porch Build | £3,035 | £5,460 | £9,705 | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Wall | £970 | £1,820 | £3,640 | 2-4 days |
| Knock Through Internal Wall | £1,215 | £2,185 | £4,245 | 2-4 days |
| Chimney Breast Removal | £1,455 | £2,425 | £4,245 | 2-4 days |
| Underpinning | £6,065 | £14,555 | £30,325 | 2-4 weeks |
| Damp Proof Course | £605 | £1,455 | £3,035 | 1-3 days |
| New Build Garage | £12,130 | £21,835 | £36,390 | 3-5 weeks |
| Outbuilding or Garden Room | £14,555 | £30,325 | £60,650 | 3-6 weeks |
| Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation) | £1,215 | £2,185 | £3,640 | 1-2 days |
| Patio or Decking Build | £1,820 | £4,245 | £8,490 | 3-5 days |
Single Storey Extension
Low
£36,390
Average
£60,650
High
£97,040
8-12 weeks
Double Storey Extension
Low
£60,650
Average
£103,105
High
£169,820
12-20 weeks
Loft Conversion
Low
£30,325
Average
£54,585
High
£90,975
6-10 weeks
Garage Conversion
Low
£9,705
Average
£18,195
High
£30,325
2-4 weeks
Porch Build
Low
£3,035
Average
£5,460
High
£9,705
1-2 weeks
Garden Wall
Low
£970
Average
£1,820
High
£3,640
2-4 days
Knock Through Internal Wall
Low
£1,215
Average
£2,185
High
£4,245
2-4 days
Chimney Breast Removal
Low
£1,455
Average
£2,425
High
£4,245
2-4 days
Underpinning
Low
£6,065
Average
£14,555
High
£30,325
2-4 weeks
Damp Proof Course
Low
£605
Average
£1,455
High
£3,035
1-3 days
New Build Garage
Low
£12,130
Average
£21,835
High
£36,390
3-5 weeks
Outbuilding or Garden Room
Low
£14,555
Average
£30,325
High
£60,650
3-6 weeks
Structural Steelwork (RSJ Installation)
Low
£1,215
Average
£2,185
High
£3,640
1-2 days
Patio or Decking Build
Low
£1,820
Average
£4,245
High
£8,490
3-5 days
Regional comparison
How Reigate and Banstead Compares
Average cost of single storey extension across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Builder Costs in Reigate and Banstead?
The South East has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around Reigate and Banstead, 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 Reigate and Banstead are typically 21% 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 Reigate and Banstead 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 £60,650 to £169,820 for double storey extension in Reigate and Banstead. Coastal properties in the South East may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in Reigate and Banstead, 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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