Will my garage conversion meet building regulations?

Yes, a professional should ensure that your garage conversion meets all local building regulations. They will manage the approval process for you, and arrange inspections by building control officers at key stages to guarantee compliance.

How and when is payment typically handled for a garage conversion?

Most specialists request a deposit of around 10% to 20% of the total cost before work begins, with additional payments due at agreed-upon milestones. You should always confirm your payment schedules in writing and avoid large upfront payments without a contract in place.

Should a garage conversion specialist provide a written quote?

Absolutely. Garage conversion specialists should offer a detailed, written estimate outlining all costs, the project timeline, and the scope of work. This helps avoid misunderstandings and provides clarity throughout the project.

How can I check the quality of a specialist’s previous work?

View their portfolio of completed garage conversions, and read verified reviews from previous clients. Many specialists showcase photos and feedback on platforms like MyBuilder, so you can assess their experience and customer satisfaction.

Will my garage conversion increase my home’s value?

A well-executed garage conversion can add significant living space and boost your property’s value. A local garage conversion builder can often advise on designs that maximize both practicality and resale potential.

How long will my garage conversion take?

A typical garage conversion in the UK generally takes between 3 to 6 weeks, provided the existing structure is in good condition. More complex or larger projects can extend this timeframe to around 8 weeks or more, especially if extensive structural work or additional services are involved.

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Chippie Carpentry Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an honest, reliable and trustworthy tradesman with a strong work ethic and I love doing what I do, which I hope is reflected in my work. I won't leave a job unless I am proud of what I have done and my references reflect the quality of my work and hard effort put into it.
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Joinery & Cabinet Making- 26 Mar 2015
Cannot recommend Oly enough. Efficient, on time, tidy, hard working and extremely easy to deal with. A pleasure to have working in your home. Big thank you for a fabulous job completed to a very high standard.
Edward land and development limited
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
The MD of Edward Land and Development Limited has over 20 years of experience in the new build property sector working for main stream house builders at Director level. Our team can help with the design phase of your scheme; through to planning and construction; always delivering a quality product. We provide an excellent service that we take very seriously; with every project being built out as if it was our own.
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We needed a small, 5m x 3m extension to the rear of our house to give us more living space on the ground floor. We live in a curved building so this wasn't a straightforward build and we had builders not willing to quote as they couldn't build on a curve. We had several quotes but found Joe's to be very competitive but he also gave us a very detailed breakdown of what would happen and at a what stage and timeframe. Joe delivered on everything. There were a few minor hiccups along the way as you would expect with any build, but everything was dealt with as a priority and nothing was too much trouble. We are more than satisfied with the end result and would highly recommend Joe and his team for any work, big or small, if fact, we have booked him again for some more work later on this year.
Two Counties Construction
Rating: 3.9 out of 5
Company now in liquidation. Account to be deleted as soon as My Builder respond
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Windows & Doors (uPVC & Metal)- 14 Sep 2024
We were happy before it rained and we thoroughly checked their work. They left mess, razor sharp edges on the glass, and glass overhanging neighbours land a little bit. We asked them to return to remedy this which they said they would do this coming Tuesday. Since then we have also noticed that they have cut our glass too short, cut the new hardwood at too steep an angle which was bodged in with wood filler, and now it's rained this new roof has massively leaked. In places where the glass is cut too short and even along the length of one of the new wooden beams; must be missing a bit of silicone. It is now Saturday and we have called them 2 days ago on Thursday, yesterday Friday we called and texted, and today again we both texted and one of us called them, to check if they are still coming on Tuesday or not. 3 days is not unreasonable to return a call or text just to confirm either way. More rain is due between now and then, concerned about lack of communication and quality of work.
Kings Hill Builders
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
If you can dream it we can build it. We pride ourselves in working closely with our clients at all times into insure they get the dream build they have always wanted.our design specialist will work closely with you to make sure you are comfortable and happy with the works carried out. There is Never a problem always a solution
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Conversions - General- 15 Apr 2019
Solid workmanship with good communication. Speed of completion was amazing. Very much value for money.
JRD Constructions
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
I’ve been working for a couple of years, and I am a customer focused business that takes on general maintenance, demolition, tiling, ,painting & decorating, plastering & all types on conversions. My business is going amazingly because the customer is and always will be our priority.
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Tiling- 4 Feb 2019
Jay did a fantastic job, after having been let down by someone else I was in a situation where I needed the tiling done at quite short notice. He turned up on time, was very friendly and most importantly, did a really good job of re-tiling my porch - will definitely use again!
k p building
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
KP Building is a small friendly Gloucester based building company with over 28 years building experience. Works are carried out to a very high standard using our own team & local fully qualified contractors as required. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, reliable, caring and high quality service. Full Public liability Insurance. Works from Extensions, Loft & Garage conversions, all renovations, driveways and hard landscaping.
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Extensions- 5 Mar 2018
In November 2017 we agreed the job and a daily rate to start on 26th Feb 2018. He took on 2 more jobs in January 2018 and didn't turn up for mine! At first he blamed the weather (even though there was inside work to do as well as outside brickwork), and then tried to say he knew he wouldn't get on with me! What! Very disappointing, especially as he started out enthusiastically and I was impressed with his 'honesty' by saying he was busy and could only start on 26th February. It appears as if he took on 2 more jobs, one in Stonehouse, that were obviously going to be more lucrative. I gave him the opportunity to be straight with me but he decided to fall silent.
Driver Construction Services Ltd
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Creative Construction is a family run business with over 25 years experience in the building and property conversion and renovation market. We only employ time served tradesmen to ensure that your project is delivered on time and on budget to the highest standards and in a clean and tidy way.
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Conversions - General- 11 Apr 2016
Tim and his team did a fantastic job. Happy to recommend and use again.
Ibuild4u
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Hi,I'm Rich Sault,my company is Ibuild4u. I have over 24 years experience in the building trade. All of my work is of high quality at an affordable price.I have a big portfolio behind me and excellent recommendations. Please contact me for a free no obligation quote.fb :Telford-ibuild4u.Thank you.
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Conversions - General- 21 Aug 2016
Superb workmanship and a couple of nice guys. Already recommended them to work colleagues. Couldn't ask for better, and always helps when the builder is OCD and cleans up at the end of each working day !! Very competitive price when compared to other quotes, and were the only tradesman to have active ideas about how I could achieve what I wanted. Brilliant.
Eco pro build
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
Eco pro build is a family business with me scott in charge of initial survey to ascertain what our client requires and work on feasibility to deliver the project at a viable cost We produce detailed quotations so it’s clear where your money is being spent on the project. We offer a one stop shop for a multitude of construction tasks including technical construction & planning approval drawings. Both of my sons work in the business on the tools and both have a vast skilled set both have the ability to work on their own projects and overcome construction issues as and when is required. We believe we offer great value for money with a professional service from start to finish and our work is guaranteed. We have a workshop and produce bespoke construction parts inc timber frame wall panels, windows, doors, kitchens, stairs, partitions, balcony’s & any thing out of the ordinary. If you need any of the below : *Planning drawings *technical construction building reg drawings *dilapidation surveys * snagging inventory’s * general building * extensions & loft & garage conversions * all carpentry works * all dry lining works inc plastering * rendering * M&E plumbing & electrical works * retail fit out * modular timber frame buildings * ground work inc paving & patios * kitchens, bedrooms & bathrooms * joinery inc stairs doors & windows * all work is guaranteed. Check out our eBay & face book pages
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Conversions - General- 12 Sep 2025
Incredible & outstanding customer service! Scott & his team were so accommodating & professional. They finished the project so quickly. The brick-slips look incredible! We are beyond happy. The attention to detail & passion for what they do is so apparent! Highly recommend! 10/10! If you want to see their work it’s on our Instagram @ThePeriodPropertyProject
CS Construction & Property Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
CS Construction and Property Service is guaranteed to make your house a happy home, our friendly, fully qualified staff will not let you down. We have extensive construction experience in senior management including void and responsive repairs. We adhere to best Health and Safety practices under CDM regulations and HASAWA 1974
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I have had a few different jobs done by Carl now. He has done plastering, hanging doors, fitting architraves and skirting boards and even fixing some roof slates. I am so happy with all his work and he is a really friendly guy who left the house as clean as when he arrived. I recommended him to my father, for whom he built a new step to his front door, a lower one as he is getting old, and I would recommend Carl to anyone else too. I can't speak highly enough of him, we talked through all my ideas and he was really helpful with sourcing the right materials too.
Sorin
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
The best you do,the best you get!
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Handyman- 27 Sep 2022
Sorin, was fantastic , on time , very professional , tidy, would definitely hire him again, very pleased 😊
Inspired Developments Bristol Ltd
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
Proudly members of the BikBBi A turnkey renovation company based in Bristol taking on structural, refurbishment and renovation projects with access to a highly skilled subcontractor network. We are customer focused with an eye for detail, bringing across our carpentry focused background and applying that level of accuracy to everything we do.
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Kitchen Fitting- 10 Jun 2025
Didnt want to give one star very unreliable never on time one day turned up one and a half hours late out of six days only worked three and a half days we paid him half of the money but didn't return to finish the work he left us with not even a half finished kitchen so we had to find a new kitchen fitter which he has flagged many aspects not performed with reasonable care and skill. He left us with electrial wires exposed and sockets hanging off the walls we had a water leak under the new sink which went all over the brand new cupboard he came to fix it but had the same problem the next day he did come back again to fix it but not very impressed you don't expect the same water leak twice In the payment we had paid was an amount for materials that were not used we did ask for them but he refused however he has said he would refund the amount but only on the basis we remove the negative feedback
lynnrose building services
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Lynnrose are a small family run business We undertake any project from the smallest maintenance to major alterations and extensions and new builds , we project manage throughout and are able to source required trades to provide the complete building solution from plans to final touches.
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A very personable guy, easy to talk to, generous with advice and ideas, nothing too much trouble. Friendly, honest and reliable, very high quality work, we are delighted with the result and wouldn't hesitate to use Lynnrose again, or to recommend Mick and Adam to friends. He introduced each member of his team to us so we knew who was working on site, and was happy to show us how to do some tasks so we could trim costs a little. Keeps his language clean, which was important to me as my young children were keen to watch what he was doing! And he has dealt quickly with the couple of small snagging issues which have arisen since the finish of the build, definitely no disappearing act here :)
Jtpbuildingandconstruction
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
jtp building & construction pride ourselves on supplying a full service whether its a one off job like plastering, plumbing repair or a complete start to finish design build. jtp are the team you want by your side jtp established in 2009, the business and team of contractors have grown which good trades are hard to find and we pride ourselves on providing a professional quality friendly customer service on every job
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Demolition- 1 Aug 2020
An exceptional tradesman, worked tirelessley until the work was done, worked to a high standard, friendly polite and on time ! Cleaned up all areas that he had worked in , his price was really reasonable , we will most definitely recommend this company and hope to use again very soon...thanks so much for a job very well done .
Glynderi Builders
Rating: 4 out of 5
Glynderi Builders is a family-run business, with a wealth of knowledge & experience in all types of general building from restorations, renovations and extensions right through to complete new build projects. We have been in business in West Wales since the mid 1990s. We specialise in all manner of property construction and can offer help and advice with planning and building regulations. No job too big or small and happy to travel within a 20 miles radius.
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Roofing (Pitched)- 13 Apr 2018
Did not return to do job!
South &East London Builder's
Rating: 3.7 out of 5
........We are specialising Bathrooms and kitchens fitters,Handymen,paiters,plumpers, electricians,Flooring Fitters,all house refurbishments .Our work is completed to High standart and home left clean and tidy,friendly service. Also we do Extension Lofts Roofing Plastering Sounds proofing Damp proofing And many other trades Don't hesitate to contact us for any jobs small or big we are available 24/7 free quotation Many thanks
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Carpentry- 10 Feb 2020
Valerian came with his buddy and quickly sort it out for me. good work. I would recommend him.