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Building services in North London

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House Extensions

Single and double storey rear and side extensions across N1–N22. Full planning and build — from foundations to roof — for Victorian and Edwardian terraces.

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Loft Conversions

Velux, dormer, hip-to-gable and mansard loft conversions in North London. Very popular in the area's terraced housing stock — planning and structural work included.

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Refurbishments

Full house refurbishments, kitchen and bathroom strip-outs, internal remodelling, and basement conversions across North London.

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Commercial Fit-outs

Office refurbishments, shopfits, and commercial building works across Islington, Hackney, and the wider N postcode area.

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Structural Works

RSJ steel beam installation, load-bearing wall removal, underpinning, and party wall works — essential for North London's older Victorian stock.

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New Builds & Garden Rooms

Garden studios, annexes, garages, and single dwelling new builds across North London's larger plot properties.

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Costs

Builder prices in North London (2026)

JobLow estimateHigh estimate
Single-storey rear extension£25,000£50,000
Double-storey extension£45,000£90,000
Loft conversion (Velux)£20,000£35,000
Loft conversion (dormer)£35,000£65,000
Full house refurbishment (3-bed)£40,000£100,000
Kitchen extension (open plan)£30,000£60,000
Garage conversion£12,000£25,000
Garden room / studio£15,000£40,000
Basement conversion£40,000£80,000
Party wall agreement£700£2,000
Load-bearing wall removal (RSJ)£1,500£4,000
New build (per m²)£2,000£4,000

Prices are estimates for North London 2026. Always get at least three quotes before committing to any work.

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About building work in North London

North London — covering postcodes N1 through N22 — is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, and loft conversions are extremely popular across the area. The terraced format means party wall considerations arise on almost every project, and builders working in Islington, Finsbury Park, Crouch End, and Highbury need to be well versed in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Many streets in inner North London fall within conservation areas, requiring full planning applications even for modest rear extensions — something homeowners frequently underestimate before starting a project.

The buy-to-let refurbishment market is strong across North London, driven by proximity to central London and high rental demand. Builders in areas like Holloway (N7), Tufnell Park, and Seven Sisters (N15) regularly handle HMO conversions, full gut refurbishments, and open-plan kitchen-diner extensions for landlords and owner-occupiers alike. For any project in a conservation area — including large swathes of Islington and Hackney — engaging a planning consultant or architect before appointing a builder avoids costly delays.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions — North London builders

How much does a house extension cost in North London?+
House extensions in North London typically cost £25,000–£50,000 for a single-storey rear extension and £45,000–£90,000 for a double-storey. Inner North London boroughs like Islington and Hackney often sit at the higher end due to conservation area requirements, access constraints, and higher labour costs. Always get at least three quotes.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in North London?+
It depends on your borough and street. Large parts of Islington and Hackney have Article 4 Directions or conservation area designations that remove Permitted Development rights, meaning even small rear extensions require a full planning application. Outer North London boroughs such as Barnet and Enfield have more generous Permitted Development allowances. Post your job on GetQuickHelp and ask the builders who contact you — many offer free initial planning advice.
How do I find a reliable builder in North London?+
Post your job free on GetQuickHelp — experienced North London builders covering N1–N22 postcodes contact you directly. Always ask for public liability insurance certificates, check references from recent similar projects, and get a written contract with stage payments. For projects over £25,000, an architect or project manager adds valuable oversight.
How do I post a job on GetQuickHelp?+
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