Transform your property. Renovate.
The key word when it comes to renovations is potential. To complete any project, you must be able to imagine what is possible, and see how it may be achieved. Whatever the current state of your property, we will strip it back, and build it up to match your vision.
As an all-trades contractor, with MKS builders there is no need to hire external tradesmen. We have experience conducting large projects, so no matter how big your dreams, we’ll do our best to make them a reality. From pulling out grotty insulation to building partitions and laying down underfloor heating, we will keep you up-to-date and informed throughout the entire renovation.
Renovation is a fantastic way to create something new on the base of something old. To fuse history and tradition with practicality and contemporary design. If you’ve fallen in love with a particularly old, historical building, there might be more practical considerations and regulations to consider than if you are renovating a relatively new property. We can help you deal with local planning authorities and councils, to find out information, as well as attain any necessary permits, warrants or planning permission for your project.
MKS builders is run by a joiner and builder with over 20 years experience in the industry. We hire professional, qualified, principled tradesmen who you can trust take great pride in their work.
We don’t cut corners, and value excellence above all else. We work with high-quality materials, and are directly partnered with a Polish supplier of bespoke joinery, from which we source solid-wood furniture, windows, doors, and other finishings.
Planning is vital when it comes to renovation. It is important to know your property, know your budget, and also to plan for some unexpected costs. Here are some things you should consider before you renovate.
A building survey (to reduce unplanned expenses to a minimum)
Look at amenities – Heating, electrics, water. Do you need to install a central heating system? Boiler? New wiring? New plumbing? Consider efficiency.
Insulation
Assess damage and budget for repairs. Check for cracks, damp and rot.
Consider drainage.
Layout – Do you want to add new rooms? Remove walls? Create extensions?
Prioritise – If you’re renovating to sell, prioritise modernising rooms that will add the most value, such as kitchens and bathrooms. If you’re trying to keep to a budget this is important as well. The home aquarium might have to be scrapped in favour of that extra bedroom.
Finishing – Even in big projects, how you finish is as important as how you start. The floors, paint job, windows, doors, and furniture are the things that make your home liveable. Value them!
Yes. Renovating will increase the value of your property, although it is important to be aware of potential hidden costs and issues with the venture. This is why it is a good idea to get the building surveyed before work begins, so you don’t get any nasty surprises halfway through your project.
Many people choose to purchase an older property for the explicit purpose of renovating, rather than purchasing a new one, because of the lower up-front cost. If you are planning to live in your property, then renovation is a good option, as you will often spend around the same total amount of money as if you were to buy a new property, but your house will be exactly as you want it!
Renovating an old property can be a fantastic opportunity to get in touch with history. Being able to convert something unpleasant or even unliveable into something beautiful and valuable can be a magical, exciting, and creative experience. It can also be financially rewarding. If you balance the cost of the property with the cost of renovation correctly, then you can earn serious profits by selling on. If you live in your property, renovating it will make it more comfortable, more efficient and more personal. Even though the idea of conducting a renovation may be daunting, MKS builders is here to help you every step of the way, from planning and organisation to the finishing touches.
