Property Refurbishment · Croydon
— Croydon · CR0 · CR2 · CR8
Property refurbishment in Croydon. Property refurbishment is what we have specialised in across Croydon for two decades.
Kitchen extensions, loft conversions, bathroom renovations and full house refurbishments across Croydon, Addiscombe, Shirley, Sanderstead, Selsdon, South Norwood and surrounding CR postcodes. South London builders, based locally in Croydon.
LMDEC is based right here in Croydon — our office at Capital Business Centre, South Croydon. We’ve been refurbishing Croydon homes for over a decade, from Victorian and Edwardian terraces in central Croydon and Norbury, 1930s semis in Shirley and Selsdon, period villas in Sanderstead and Croham Hurst, to modern townhouses across CR0, CR2, CR7 and CR8. London Borough of Croydon planning rules covered.
— What we do in Croydon
The renovations we deliver across Croydon.
Kitchen extensions and open-plan refurbishments
Single-storey rear and side-return extensions for the Victorian and Edwardian terraces across central Croydon, Addiscombe and Thornton Heath. Wrap-around extensions for the 1930s semis in Shirley, Selsdon and Sanderstead. Open-plan kitchen-diners with bi-fold doors opening to gardens. See extensions and loft conversion services.
Loft conversions
Dormer and hip-to-gable conversions for Croydon’s terraces and semis — typically one or two bedrooms with ensuite. Most fall under permitted development with Lawful Development Certificate and Building Regs only. Conservation areas (parts of Addiscombe, Sanderstead Pond, South Norwood) and Article 4 directions require full planning. See loft conversion services.
Kitchen renovations
Bespoke shaker, handleless and modern kitchens with quartz or marble worktops, integrated appliances, structural openings between kitchen and dining where the layout allows. Premium German cabinetry, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, statement islands. See kitchen renovation projects.
Bathroom renovations
Family bathrooms, ensuites and luxury wet rooms with proper waterproofing, underfloor heating, premium tiling and fittings. Most Croydon properties have space for separate shower and bath layouts. See bathroom renovation gallery.
Full house refurbishments
Complete refurbishments of two, three and four-bedroom Croydon family homes — kitchen and bathrooms, full rewire, replaster, oak flooring throughout, structural openings, bespoke joinery, period features restored where appropriate. Typical project 12-20 weeks. See property refurbishment service.
— Recent Croydon projects
Recent property refurbishment in Croydon and surrounding postcodes.
— Costs
Renovation costs in Croydon.
Honest ranges based on recent Croydon and South Croydon projects. Final price depends on size, finishes, structural complexity and existing property condition. Croydon pricing typically sits below central London markets — around 15-25% under Kensington or Chelsea equivalents.
| Project type | Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom renovation | £6,000 – £25,000+ | 3-6 weeks |
| Kitchen renovation | £15,000 – £60,000+ | 4-8 weeks |
| Loft conversion | £50,000 – £100,000 | 8-12 weeks |
| Single-storey extension | £70,000 – £150,000 | 12-20 weeks |
| Full house refurbishment | £70,000 – £300,000+ | 12-20 weeks |
Prices exclude VAT, architect, structural engineer and council fees. Detailed fixed-price quote within 48 hours of site visit.
→ See our full pricing guide for South London renovations
— Planning in Croydon
Planning permission and Croydon Council.
Croydon falls under London Borough of Croydon. Most single-storey rear extensions (up to 4m for terraced, 6m for detached), loft conversions under 40m³, and side returns within certain limits fall under permitted development — meaning Lawful Development Certificate and Building Regs only, not full planning permission.
Conservation areas across Croydon include Central Croydon (around Surrey Street and Town Hall), parts of Addiscombe, Sanderstead Pond, South Norwood, and Whitgift School. Article 4 directions remove some permitted development rights in these areas — front elevation alterations, roof extensions visible from highway, and external rendering typically require full planning permission. Listed buildings around central Croydon need Listed Building Consent. We check your specific property’s planning history during the initial site visit.
Full guidance and current planning rules on the London Borough of Croydon planning portal.
See current UK planning permission guidance on GOV.UK.
— Why LMDEC
Why Croydon homeowners choose us.
Local — based in Croydon. Our office is at Capital Business Centre, South Croydon (CR2 0BS). No long commutes, no fuel surcharges, materials delivered without delays. We can be on site within thirty minutes when issues come up — and our project managers know Croydon’s planning officers and Building Control inspectors by name.
All trades in-house. Bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing, gas, electrics, plastering, kitchens, bathrooms, joinery, flooring, decoration — every trade your project needs is on our team. One project manager from start to finish. No “the plasterer is waiting for the sparky” delays. Property refurbishment requires all trades coordinated together — that’s exactly what we deliver in-house.
Two decades of building experience. Founded by Lukasz Mazurek in 2014, incorporated as LMDEC LTD in 2018 (Companies House #11635394). Hundreds of South London projects across every Croydon postcode.
£2 million Public Liability insurance, two-year workmanship warranty, six-month return visit included. All gas work carried out by individually qualified Gas Safe registered subcontractors; all electrical work by individually qualified NICEIC certified subcontractors. Registration numbers available on request for verification before work starts. Forty-three verified five-star reviews on Google, Trustindex and Yell.
— Common questions
Frequently asked.
Do you serve all Croydon postcodes?
Yes. We’re based in South Croydon (CR2) and work across all Croydon postcodes — CR0 (central, West Croydon, Waddon, Croham), CR2 (South Croydon, Sanderstead, Selsdon), CR4 (Mitcham), CR5 (Coulsdon), CR7 (Thornton Heath), CR8 (Purley, Kenley), and CR9 (mail-only Croydon). Plus surrounding SE25, SE26, SW16 postcodes.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Croydon?
Most single-storey rear extensions and loft conversions fall under permitted development through London Borough of Croydon. Conservation areas (Central Croydon, parts of Addiscombe, Sanderstead Pond) and Article 4 directions have stricter rules — particularly affecting front elevations and rooflines. We check your specific property’s planning history at the initial site visit, before any commitment.
How long does a kitchen extension take in Croydon?
Typically 12-20 weeks on site for a single-storey rear extension with a new kitchen. Add 4-12 weeks before that for design, planning approval, and Building Regs drawings depending on whether permitted development applies and which conservation rules affect your property.
Can I stay in the house during the build?
For loft conversions and most rear extensions, yes — we seal off the work area, manage dust, keep services running. Full house refurbishments usually mean kitchen and bathrooms are out of action for weeks — many Croydon clients arrange short rentals or stay with family. We’ll be honest at the quote stage about what’s realistic.
Do you handle planning applications?
We work with trusted local architects and planning consultants and can manage the entire process — Croydon Council planning applications, Building Regs drawings, structural engineer calculations, party wall notices. Or we work alongside your own team if you’ve already engaged an architect.
— Also serving
South London renovations beyond Croydon.
We work across South London and Surrey — every postcode has different planning rules, building stock, and architectural character.
Purley & Kenley · Banstead · Wandsworth · Wimbledon · Richmond upon Thames · Kensington & Chelsea · Beckenham · Bromley · Warlingham
— Ready to start
Let’s talk about your Croydon project.
Free site visit and detailed fixed-price quote within 48 hours. We’re a five-minute drive from anywhere in Croydon — no excuses for delays.