How much does it cost to renovate your home? Always an up-to-date guide

Refurbishment of a dwelling and scope of work - a basic element of calculation

Painting the walls, replacing the floorboards or installing new joinery usually comes in on a much smaller budget than the full scope of work. This type of refreshment is an easy way to improve the aesthetics of a flat without a huge financial outlay. The cost of renovation is completely different when it comes to replacing electrical, plumbing or gas installations. Such work requires more building materials and increases labour costs as it involves specialists from different trades.

Moving a kitchen or bathroom means interfering with the installations, which immediately raises the price of a general renovation of the flat. On top of this, it is often necessary to demolish partition walls, lay new floors and prepare walls for finishing. As a result, the total cost of the renovation becomes many times higher than with a simple interior refreshment

Standard of finish - an investment in quality

The choice of materials directly translates into the cost of renovating a flat. Paint instead of wallpaper, laminate flooring instead of oak parquet, chain-store furniture instead of carpentry - each decision changes the budget and affects the durability of the interior. Those who reach for the cheapest materials at the start often quickly return to make further adjustments and replace worn-out elements. Better quality means spending more when renovating, but it also saves money over the years.

For a major renovation that involves more demanding building work - demolition of walls, replacement of installations, new floors - the standard of materials determines the whole effect. Laying higher-grade tiles is not only more expensive to purchase, but also more labour-intensive, as they require careful preparation and installation. However, by investing in solid materials, you gain an interior that does not need touching up after a few seasons.

Technical condition of the premises

Older flats often surprise builders. During renovation, it turns out that the walls are crooked, the installations need replacing, and the old parquet floor has to be ripped out or the tiles tiled. All this generates additional costs that are not visible at the stage of initial calculations. A shell flat, on the other hand, also requires considerable expenditure - from preparing the walls, laying the floors and installing the doors, to additional installations such as air conditioning or smart home technology.

The key factors influencing the final budget are the scope of the work, the quality of the materials used and the method of installation. Average prices per square metre of finishing vary considerably depending on the standard adopted. Therefore, it is advisable to clearly define the level of finishing from the beginning and leave a reserve for unforeseen expenses.

Organisation and timetable

The final budget also depends on how well you plan the process. Downtime between renovation teams or a lack of coordination results in additional expenses: longer rental of replacement premises, storage of furniture or missed appointments with proven contractors. With a detailed schedule and efficient organisation, you can reduce such risks and keep the work on track.

It is worth remembering that the average cost can increase significantly precisely because of logistical errors and not the materials themselves. This is why it is so important that all activities are synchronised and carried out step by step.

Economical renovation vs. investment for years

If you plan to rent a flat or treat it as a temporary solution, you naturally cut costs. Then you choose cheaper materials, simple finishes and forgo major changes to the installations. This is a quick and less financially demanding solution, but runs the risk of wearing out more quickly and requiring more frequent repairs.

The situation is completely different when you furnish a flat „for years to come”. Then it is worth betting on long-lasting installations, solid door joinery, made-to-measure furniture in the key areas - kitchen, bathroom and wardrobe. Plus well-planned lighting and aesthetics that remain relevant despite changing trends. Such an expense is greater, but it translates into everyday comfort and eliminates the need to redecorate every few seasons.

Renovation with DD Projekt - predictability and peace of mind

At DD Projekt, we combine design and implementation so that the renovation proceeds in an orderly and transparent manner. Our aim is to create flats that fit the lifestyle and financial possibilities of the investor, without chaos or unnecessary costs.

What we provide:

• needs analysis and definition of the scope of work,
• functional, technical and aesthetic design,
• cost estimate with a margin of error of ±10%,
• coordination of teams and work logistics,
• support for the purchase of materials and equipment,
• access to a timetable and documentation of progress.

Are you planning a home renovation and wondering how to calculate the cost of a home renovation to avoid surprises?

Contact DD Projekt - we will prepare the design, schedule and carry out the implementation from start to finish so that the result meets your needs and budget.