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The Best Time of Year to Start a Renovation Project

Renovation Project
Renovation Project

Planning a renovation can be exciting, but timing it right is just as important as picking the perfect paint colour. Whether you're converting your loft, remodelling your kitchen, or giving your whole house a refresh, choosing the right season to get started can save you money, stress, and time.

Here’s a breakdown of each season, the pros and cons, and our verdict on when to get the ball rolling!


Spring: A Popular Choice for Good Reason


Pros:

  • Longer daylight hours = more working time for trades.

  • Generally mild weather, so less disruption from cold or wet conditions.

  • Ideal time to tackle structural or exterior jobs like roofing, extensions or garden rooms before peak summer.


Cons:

  • Builders are in high demand after the winter lull, so book well in advance.

  • Prices may start creeping up as demand increases.


Best for: Extensions, roofing, windows, structural work, and landscaping.


Summer: Great for Speed, but Book Early


Pros:

  • Warm, dry weather = fewer delays from rain or frost.

  • You can spend more time outside, which is handy if the kitchen or bathroom is out of action.

  • Perfect for big, disruptive works since school holidays make it easier for families to stay elsewhere.


Cons:

  • Peak holiday time for tradespeople, so your project might take longer if workers are away.

  • Some materials (like adhesives or paints) may dry too quickly in very hot weather.


Best for: Full home renovations, kitchen remodels, and outdoor upgrades.


Autumn: The Overlooked Sweet Spot


Pros:

  • Tradespeople are more available as demand dips after summer.

  • You can finish before the Christmas rush.

  • Temperatures are still mild enough for most types of work.


Cons:

  • Days are getting shorter which means less working time.

  • Risk of rain increasing, especially for external work.


Best for: Interior jobs like bathroom renovations, plastering, painting, and new flooring.


Winter: Slower Season, Potentially Cheaper


Pros:

  • Builders and contractors are usually more available and open to price negotiation.

  • Good time for indoor-only jobs like rewiring, tiling, decorating, and small upgrades.


Cons:

  • Weather can delay deliveries and external works.

  • Christmas and New Year can cause breaks in workflow.

  • Cold temperatures can affect drying times for plaster and paint.


Best for: Indoor-only work like rewiring, installing new lighting, or updating bathrooms.


So… When Should You Start? Well, it depends on:


  • The type of project: Extensions? Think spring. Kitchen refit? Summer or autumn. Cosmetic updates? Anytime.

  • Your living situation: Can you live elsewhere for a few weeks or will you need to stay put?

  • Your budget: Winter may bring better rates, whilst summer often costs more.

  • Your availability to manage the work or tradespeople.


If you’re planning something big then start planning 3–6 months in advance. That gives you time to gather quotes, secure trades, and finalise design decisions without rushing.






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