Renovation budgets vary widely because “renovation” can mean anything from a fresh coat of paint to gutting a flat to the brick. Here’s how to think about the cost before you talk to anyone.
Figures below are indicative ranges for planning only — your real number depends on scope, finishes and site condition, and should come from an itemised quote after a site visit.
What actually drives the cost
- Civil work — moving walls, replacing flooring and waterproofing are the biggest swing factors.
- Services — re-running electrical and plumbing to a modern layout.
- Finishes — the tier of tiles, laminates, paint, hardware and countertops you choose.
- Scope — full home vs. a single room; the more trades involved, the higher the coordination cost.
Indicative ranges (Noida, 2026)
- Repaint + minor repairs: the lowest tier — mostly labour and paint.
- Single-room renovation (bathroom/kitchen): driven by waterproofing, tiling and fittings.
- Full home renovation: typically quoted per sq ft, with civil and finishes deciding where you land in the band.
Ask for the quote itemised by line (board, hardware, finishes, labour) so you can compare offers like-for-like and dial the budget up or down with eyes open.
How to avoid overruns
- Lock the scope and finishes in writing before work starts.
- Insist on a fixed quote with no escalation on the agreed scope.
- Budget a small contingency for genuine surprises found after demolition — and ask that any such items are photographed and quoted before they’re done.
The bottom line
A transparent, itemised quote is worth more than the lowest headline number — it’s the thing that keeps your renovation from quietly growing. Get a free itemised quote →