Project Timelines FAQs

Typical timelines: Bathroom - 2-4 weeks, Kitchen - 3-6 weeks, Loft conversion - 8-12 weeks, Extension - 10-16 weeks, Full renovation - 16-24 weeks. Timelines depend on project complexity, property access, and any required approvals.

Common delays: unexpected structural issues, planning/approval delays, supply chain problems, weather (for external work), client decision delays, and additional work requests. Good planning and contingency time help manage delays.

Professional builders create detailed schedules showing: each phase, trade sequence, material deliveries, inspection dates, and milestones. They coordinate multiple trades to minimize idle time and maintain momentum. We share schedules and provide regular updates.

Yes, phasing can help manage budgets and disruption. Natural break points include: by room, by floor, or by type (structural then cosmetic). Some efficiency is lost, but phasing makes large projects more manageable. We help plan optimal phasing.

Internal work can be done year-round. For external work, spring and summer offer better conditions. Contractors are often busier in spring. Winter can offer better availability and sometimes better prices. Plan approval processes during winter for spring starts.