Builders in North West London

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What We Cover

Building services across North West London

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House Extensions

Single and double storey rear and side extensions across North West London. 1930s semis in Golders Green, Hendon, and HA postcodes have excellent Permitted Development scope.

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Loft Conversions

Velux, dormer, hip-to-gable, and mansard loft conversions. NW London's mix of period terraces and 1930s semis suits a variety of conversion types.

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Refurbishments

Full house refurbishments and internal remodelling. Premium specifications in NW3 and NW8; value-focused refurbishments in Kilburn, Willesden, and Wembley.

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Commercial Fit-outs

Office refurbishments and shopfits across North West London including Wembley commercial zone, Edgware Road, and Brent Cross.

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Structural Works

RSJ steel beam installations, load-bearing wall removals, and underpinning. Open-plan kitchen-diners are a popular structural project across NW London family homes.

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New Builds & Garden Rooms

Garden studios, new build projects, and garage conversions. Larger NW London plots in Hampstead Garden Suburb and Mill Hill suited to outbuildings and new builds.

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Costs

Builder prices in North West London (2026)

JobLow estimateHigh estimate
Single-storey 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 refurbishment (3-bed)£40,000£100,000
Kitchen extension£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
RSJ beam installation£1,500£4,000
New build (per m²)£2,000£4,000

Prices are estimates for North West London 2026. Actual costs vary by job complexity, specification, and location. Always get multiple quotes.

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About building work in North West London

North West London spans a wide range of property types and price points. NW3 (Hampstead) and NW8 (St John's Wood) sit at the premium end — large Victorian and Edwardian detached and semi-detached homes where extensions and basement conversions regularly cost in excess of £100,000 due to high specification requirements, structural complexity, and the need for conservation area compliance in Hampstead. Hampstead Garden Suburb in NW11 is another high-value area with strict planning controls governing the appearance of all external building work.

Further out, Golders Green, Hendon, and Brent are dominated by 1930s semis — a property type particularly well suited to Permitted Development extensions. These homes typically have side access, a garage, or rear garden space that allows a double-storey side and rear wraparound extension within Permitted Development limits, adding significant living space and value. The HA postcode areas (Harrow) similarly have a large stock of 1930s and 1950s semis with good extension potential.

Kilburn and Willesden offer more affordable entry points where Victorian and Edwardian terraces are popular with first-time buyers who then invest in extending and upgrading. When hiring a builder in North West London, confirm they hold public liability insurance, check reviews and references for recent local projects, and ensure your contract specifies materials, timescales, and payment milestones clearly.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions — North West London builders

How much does a house extension cost in North West London?+
A single-storey rear extension in North West London typically costs £25,000–£50,000, and a double-storey extension £45,000–£90,000. In premium areas such as Hampstead (NW3) and St John's Wood (NW8), costs lean toward the high end due to property values and specification expectations. In Kilburn, Willesden, and HA postcode areas, extensions are generally at the more affordable end of the range. Always get at least three quotes.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in North West London?+
Many extensions in North West London qualify under Permitted Development Rights, but Hampstead, Belsize Park, and parts of St John's Wood have conservation area designations that restrict what can be built without planning permission. The London Borough of Barnet and Camden both have areas with Article 4 Directions. Always confirm planning requirements with your local authority before committing to a design.
How do I find a reliable builder in North West London?+
Post your job free on GetQuickHelp and local builders in North West London will contact you directly. For 1930s semis with Permitted Development potential in Golders Green, Hendon, and Wembley, ask builders for experience with that property type specifically. Request references from recent local projects, confirm public liability insurance, and always use a written contract before work starts.
How do I post a job on GetQuickHelp?+
Click 'Post a Job — It's Free', describe the building work needed (type of extension, property type, any planning information), enter your North West London postcode, and submit. Local builders contact you directly — no bidding system, no subscription, and no charge to post. You choose who to hire based on their message, experience, and price.
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