How much does it cost to renovate a house? Price guide 2025

If you are thinking about giving your home a facelift, you are probably wondering: how much does it cost to renovate a house?*. It is a common question we all ask ourselves before embarking on a project of this caliber. And is that the price of a reform can vary significantly depending on a number of factors that we will see below. In this price guide, we will help you understand the different aspects that influence the cost of a renovation and give you an estimate of how much you can expect to pay.

Factors influencing the price of a refurbishment

The final price of a renovation is not an exact science. There are several factors that can make the price vary, even in the case of similar reforms. Here are the most important ones:

Complete renovation and partial renovation

It is not the same to give a makeover to a single room as it is to renovate the entire house. The scope of the renovation is the main factor that determines the price.

  • Complete renovation: The house is completely renovated and usually includes distribution changes.
  • Partial renovation: It focuses on the renovation of one or more specific rooms.

Size of the dwelling: how many square meters are to be renovated?

Logically, the larger the house, the higher the cost of the renovation. More square meters means more materials, more labor and more work time.

Quality of the materials: basic, medium or luxury grades

The range of options in construction materials is immense, and so are their prices. Tiles, floors, paint, taps, sanitary ware... The quality of the materials chosen will have a direct impact on the final budget.

- Basic qualities: Between 800 and 900 €/m².
-Medium qualities: Between 900 and 1000 €/m².
-High qualities: From 1,100 €/m².

Complexity of the project: structural changes, distribution, relocation of facilities, design details...

Reforms that involve modifying the distribution of the house are more laborious and require greater specialization, increasing the cost. Similarly, the relocation of facilities such as plumbing, electricity or heating also increases the price.

Location: cost of labor and materials in different cities

The cost of labor and some materials may vary depending on the region or city in which the reform is performed. In large cities such as Madrid or Barcelona, prices are usually higher and may also be linked to the demand for labor and specialized profiles that are available at that time.

Types of reforms: a detailed analysis

To better understand the cost of a renovation, let's take a closer look at the two main types mentioned above:

Integral renovation: changing the house completely

An integral reform is an ambitious project that completely transforms the house. In many cases, it involves a renovation from scratch, covering all aspects. Some of the works that are included in an integral reform are:

- Demolitions: Removing partitions, cladding, installation chases, old installations, etc. to make the space ready for new construction.

- Masonry: Construction of new partition walls, false ceilings, floor screeds, plastering, etc.

- Wall coverings: Installation of tiles, floors, pavements in kitchen, bathrooms and other rooms.

- Plumbing and heating: Complete renovation of hot and cold water installations, including piping, drains, radiators, boiler, etc.

- Electricity: New electrical installation, including wiring, light points, mechanisms, etc.

- Exterior carpentry: Replacement of windows and exterior doors.

- Interior carpentry: Fitting of interior doors, built-in closets, custom-made furniture, etc.

- Painting: Painting of walls and ceilings throughout the house.

- Kitchen and bathroom furniture: Installation of kitchen and bathroom furniture, including countertops, bathroom fixtures, faucets, etc.

Partial refurbishment: more than a makeover

If you do not need a complete reform, but you want to renovate a specific area of your home, the partial reform is the ideal solution. These are more specific interventions that focus on one or more rooms. Some examples of partial renovations are:

- Bathroom renovation: Change bathtub for shower tray, update sanitary ware, coverings, taps, etc.

- Renovate the kitchen: Change the furniture, countertop, appliances, etc.

- Change windows: Replace old windows with more modern and energy efficient ones.

- Change the floor: Install a new floor in one or more rooms.

- Paint: To give a new color to the walls of one or more rooms.

How much does it cost to renovate a house? Estimated prices 2025

We come to the crux of the matter: price. It is important to keep in mind that the following figures are estimates based on average market prices. The actual cost of your renovation may vary depending on the factors mentioned above.

Approximate price of a complete renovation per m²

Size of the dwelling  Price €/m2  Approximate price
50 m2 700-900 35.000 - 45.000
70 m2 700-900 49.000 - 63.000
120 m2 700-900 84.000 - 108.000

 

Note: These prices are approximate and may vary depending on the type of qualities used in the reform and the complexity of it. It is recommended to request personalized quotes from trusted professionals to obtain an accurate estimate.

Tips to save money on your home renovation

Renovating a home can be a considerable investment, but it doesn't have to be a financial mismatch. With a little planning and savvy, you can control expenses and get the home of your dreams without going broke.

  • Choose a 360º renovation studio: Basically because not only will you save a lot of money, but you will also save yourself a lot of trouble. Hire a studio, such as Studio by Clikalia, that will take care of the reform from the beginning to the end to avoid mismatches in the budget and unpleasant surprises.
  • Plan in detail: Clearly define your needs and expectations. A thorough planning will help you avoid unnecessary expenses and optimize your budget. Prioritize the changes you would like to make to your home. Once the design phase has begun, make sure you have a project that reflects all the interventions to be carried out and the details of all the materials.
  • Look for a company that you feel adds value to your home: It is important that, from the first moment, you perceive that they can give you ideas and that they are not limited only to budgeting the first idea that you go with, since a good professional usually makes proposals that you do not have in mind and that really improve substantially those proposals from which they start. Each one of us has a way of living and it is important to adapt the design to each person.
  • Compare services offered by different companies: Stay with the one that you trust and that, as Studio by Clikalia, adapts to your budget, working with you and guiding you to find the best way to invest the money you have earmarked for the reform. They will advise you on which elements may make more sense to be of a higher quality or which, by their functions can serve being more basic. In the same way, if your budget is more limited, they can work the project with you helping you to value undertake the reform in phases that does not cause much damage.
  • Ask for several quotes: Don't settle for the first offer you receive and, above all, don't rely on quotes that are lower than normal. Ask for quotes from several professionals and compare prices, qualities and delivery times.
  • Find out about grants and subsidies: Both the central administration and the Autonomous Communities offer grants for housing rehabilitation, especially for the improvement of energy efficiency and accessibility.
  • Reuse and recycle: Whenever possible, reuse elements of the home such as furniture. Once the renovation has been completed, the furnishing of the new home is usually something that the client forgets about. Think before tackling the reform at this point and ask for restoration options, to give them a second life.
  • Ask for information about the team of professionals that will assist you: the reforms require experts in different areas such as health and safety, which is not always included in the budgets. Or also the experts in regulations that can guide you so that all the interventions that you undertake are legal and approved by the community.
  • Look for solid companies that can support you: for example, to take over in case of problems with contractors and even offer materials at better prices because they have large-scale agreements.

Why renovate your home with Studio by Clikalia?

If you are looking for a studio that takes care of the integral reform you want for your home, you will not find a better choice than Studio by Clikalia. A studio formed by more than 50 architects and interior designers that, only in 2024, has made more than 560 reforms.

We offer a personalized service and a team of professionals dedicated to your reform that will take care of the project first, then the work and all the paperwork around it as the part of licenses. We take care of all the reform, management, licenses and paperwork. You only have to tell us how is the house you want to reform through this form, and within 24-48 hours we will call you to meet us and to prepare together a first proposal of distribution and budget adapted to your needs. Free of charge and without any kind of commitment.

* A small note: The prices indicated in this post are indicative and may not coincide with those budgeted in a Studio by Clikalia reform. Keep in mind that, when budgeting, there are many variants that can influence the final price: geographical location, qualities and materials chosen, volume of the reform, availability and price of materials at the time of the reform, etc..