Renovations Built Around Your Home
Every renovation is different. Sometimes it is about modernising a property that has not been updated for years. Sometimes a home needs adapting because the way a family uses it has changed. And sometimes it is an opportunity to completely rethink the layout and create something better.
At Calico, we start by understanding what you want to achieve rather than simply looking at the work immediately in front of us.
With over 25 years of experience spanning carpentry, construction and specialist building work, we can look at the project as a whole, explain the possibilities and help you make informed decisions about your home.
That can include structural alterations, staircase refurbishment, new flooring and subfloor preparation, bespoke storage and the finishing work that brings the different parts of the property together.
Building Renovation Services
From substantial whole-property renovations to structural changes and modernisation, we help homeowners rethink and improve the way their property works.
Whole-Home Renovations
Comprehensive refurbishment of existing properties, coordinating the different trades and stages required to transform your home from start to finish.
Structural Alterations
Reconfiguring existing spaces, forming new openings and carrying out structural alterations to create layouts that work better for your home.
Period & Older Properties
Thoughtful renovation of older homes where existing character, materials and construction methods need careful consideration.
Property Modernisation
Bring an outdated property up to modern standards with improvements to electrics, plumbing, heating, finishes and overall functionality.
Internal Reconfiguration
Rethink how rooms connect and function through new openings, altered layouts and carefully considered internal changes.
Renovation Before Moving In
Bought a property that needs work? We can coordinate substantial renovation before you move in, making it easier to complete multiple areas together.
We Coordinate the Trades, So You Don't Have To
A substantial renovation can involve far more than a builder. Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, plasterers, decorators, roofers and other specialist trades may all be required at different stages.
At Calico, we bring the right people together and manage the work as one project.
That gives you clearer communication, better coordination and one team looking at the finished result as a whole.
It also means staircases, flooring, floor preparation, carpentry, plumbing and electrical work can be planned alongside the wider renovation instead of being treated as disconnected jobs later.
Staircases & Balustrades as Part of a Renovation
The staircase is often one of the largest and most visible architectural features inside a home. When the surrounding property is being renovated, a tired staircase can suddenly stand out.
Depending on the existing construction, staircase work can include replacement bannisters and handrails, newel posts, timber spindles, oak upgrades, glass balustrades, repairs and associated hallway carpentry.
Wider renovation work can also provide an opportunity to alter a landing, change the relationship between rooms or create completely new staircase access where a loft, basement or other conversion forms part of the project.
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Flooring as Part of a Complete Renovation
Flooring is often one of the final large visible finishes in a renovation, but the decisions that affect it may need to be made much earlier.
Existing floorboards, chipboard, concrete or screed should be assessed before the final covering is installed. Repairs, suitable overlay preparation or levelling work may be needed depending on the subfloor and selected finish.
We can consider timber and engineered timber floors, carpet, vinyl and lino, click LVT, glue-down LVT and tiled floors as part of the wider renovation. Finished floor heights, doors, skirting, thresholds and adjoining rooms can then be coordinated rather than corrected afterwards.
Where underfloor heating forms part of the project, the heating system, complete floor build-up and final floor covering should also be planned together.
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Good renovation starts before the tools come out. We take time to understand the property, explore the options and plan the work properly before bringing everything together.
Listen
We understand what is not working, what you want to change and how you would like the finished home to feel.
Assess
We look carefully at the existing property and explain the practical options available rather than immediately choosing the easiest route.
Plan
We establish what work is required and coordinate the different stages so each trade fits properly with the next.
Renovate
We bring the project together with careful workmanship, clear communication and respect for your home throughout.
More Than Making It Look New
A good renovation is not simply about replacing what is visible. It is an opportunity to look at how the entire property works.
Could the layout flow better? Could storage be incorporated rather than added afterwards? Would moving a doorway completely change how a room can be used?
What is happening beneath the existing floor? Loose timber, damaged boards, uneven concrete or changes in floor level may be much easier to address while the room is already being renovated.
Should plumbing, electrics or heating be upgraded while areas are already exposed?
Our job is not simply to present the easiest option. We explain the possibilities and practical considerations so you can decide what is genuinely right for your home.
See What a Thoughtful Renovation Can Achieve
Real renovation projects are about more than a final photograph. Showing where a property started helps demonstrate the planning, workmanship and transformation involved.
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Building Renovations Across Hampshire
Calico is based on Hayling Island and provides building renovation services throughout Hampshire and the surrounding area.
Hayling Island • Havant • Portsmouth • Southsea • Emsworth • Waterlooville • Chichester • Fareham • Petersfield • Southampton
If your property is nearby but your location is not listed, get in touch. The areas we cover can vary depending on the scale and nature of the project.
Building Renovation FAQs
Can you manage a complete house renovation?
Yes. Calico can coordinate the different trades required for substantial renovation projects, allowing the work to be managed as one overall project rather than requiring you to organise individual contractors yourself.
Can you renovate an older property?
Yes. Older properties often require a different approach from modern homes. We assess the existing building and discuss appropriate solutions before deciding how best to proceed.
Can you change the layout of my home during a renovation?
Potentially, yes. Existing layouts can often be improved by altering walls, doorways and the relationship between rooms. Structural alterations may require structural calculations and relevant approvals.
Can you coordinate electrical and plumbing work too?
Yes. One of the main advantages of using Calico is our ability to coordinate the different trades involved in a renovation, including carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, plastering and finishing.
Do I need to know exactly what I want before contacting you?
No. We are happy to become involved early in the process. If you know what is not working but are unsure of the best solution, we can discuss the options and help you understand what may be possible.
Can I stay in my home while it is being renovated?
That depends on the scale and location of the work. Some renovations can be phased around an occupied property, while substantial whole-home projects may be much easier with the property vacant. We can discuss this when assessing the project.
Can you refurbish or replace a staircase as part of a renovation?
Yes. Depending on the existing property and project, staircase work can include repairs, replacement bannisters, handrails, newel posts, spindles, oak upgrades, glass balustrades or completely new access where the layout is changing. Visit our Staircases & Balustrades page for more information.
Can you install new flooring as part of my renovation?
Yes. Flooring can be coordinated with the wider project, including timber, carpet, vinyl, lino, click LVT, glue-down LVT and tiled floors where appropriate. We can also assess the subfloor and any preparation needed before installation. Visit our Flooring Services page for more information.
Do you prepare the subfloor before fitting new flooring?
Where required, yes. Preparation depends on the existing floor and selected finish, and may include repairs, securing loose timber, suitable overlay preparation or levelling work before the final floor is installed.
Let's Talk About Your Renovation
Whether you already know exactly what you want or you are still trying to understand what is possible, talk to Calico about your ideas.
We will help you explore the options and find the right way forward for your home.
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