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Recent Building Projects

Take a look at some of the work we’ve recently completed across Kent and South East London — real projects, delivered by our experienced, long-standing team.

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Modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, marble countertops, two skylights, hanging pendant lights, and wooden herringbone floor.
Single Storey Side & Rear Extension
Bexley
Modern dining room with a wooden table and eight chairs, a black sideboard, and a skylight overhead.
Double Storey & Side Extension
South East London
Modern garden room with wooden cladding, black-framed sliding glass doors, gray patio chairs, and potted plants under a partly cloudy sky.
Garden Room Construction
Bexleyheath
Areas We Cover
Kent

Trusted builders serving Kent and surrounding areas

Bexley

Local builders serving Bexley and nearby areas

Bexleyheath

Local builders serving Bexleyheath and nearby areas

South East London

Trusted builders working across South East London

Dartford

Local builders serving Dartford and nearby areas

Sidcup

Local builders serving Sidcup and nearby areas

Eltham

Local builders serving Eltham and nearby areas

Welling

Local builders serving Welling and nearby areas

Bromley

Local builders serving Bromley and nearby areas

Chislehurst

Local builders serving Chislehurst and nearby areas

Orpington

Local builders serving Orpington and nearby areas

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Services

Domestic Services

House Extensions

Add space with a professionally built extension

Loft Conversions

Turn a unused loft into usable living space

Home Renovations

Transform and modernise your home’s interior

Kitchen Extensions

Create a larger, open-plan kitchen space

Garage Conversions

Convert your garage into usable living space

Structural Work

Safe structural alterations and steelwork installation

Bathroom & Kitchens

Upgrade your bathroom or kitchen space

Patios, Driveways & Garden Walls

Improve outdoor spaces with quality hard landscaping

Porches & Entrance Extensions

Enhance your home’s entrance with a porch

Outbuildings & Garden Rooms

Create a separate garden room or outbuilding

Listed & Period Property Restorations

Careful restoration of listed and period homes

Roofing & Roof Repairs

Reliable roofing and roof repair services

Commercial  Services

Commercial Building & Construction

End-to-end construction for commercial projects

Office Refurbishments & Fit-Outs

Create productive, well-designed office spaces

Retail & Shop Refurbishments

Professional refurbishments for retail spaces

School & Public-Sector Building Works

Safe, compliant building works for public facilities

Industrial Units & Warehouse Construction

Purpose-built industrial and warehouse facilities

Maintenance & Repair Contracts for Businesses

Planned and reactive maintenance for businesses

Specialist Services

Design & Planning Management

Design and planning coordination made simple

Project Management

Professional oversight from start to finish

Property Maintenance & Small Works

Small building repairs and property maintenance

Structural Alterations & Steelwork Installation (RSJs)

Safe structural alterations and steel beam installation

Brickwork & Masonry Services

Skilled bricklaying and masonry work

Groundworks & Foundations

Solid groundworks and foundations built correctly

Plastering & Rendering

Plastering and rendering for extensions and renovations

Building Regulations & Compliance Support

Ensuring your project meets building regulations

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Home Renovations & Refurbishments in Bexley & Kent

Modern bathroom with gray tiled floor and walls, featuring a white toilet, white sink cabinet, window with frosted glass and roller blind, a small chest of drawers with a green plant, and a towel rack with gray towels.

Transform Your Home with Trusted Local Renovation Specialists

Whether you're modernising a tired property, improving your layout, or breathing new life into an older home, a high-quality renovation can completely change how you live. From full property refurbishments and structural alterations to new kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, rewiring, and layout redesigns — renovating your home allows you to create a space that’s more functional, more beautiful, and perfectly suited to your lifestyle.

With rising house prices across Bexley, Bexleyheath, Dartford, Sidcup, and wider Kent, more homeowners are choosing to upgrade rather than move. A well-planned renovation gives you the home you want without the cost, stress, and uncertainty of finding somewhere new.

At P J Dunbar Builders Ltd, we’ve been renovating homes for over 30 years. As a family-run builder with a long-standing reputation for quality workmanship, we handle everything from design and planning to structural work, electrics, plumbing, and finishing — ensuring every detail is completed to the highest standard.

Types of Home Renovations We Carry Out

Every home is different, and every renovation requires a tailored approach. Whether you're updating one room or transforming your entire property, we’ll guide you through the process, explain your options clearly, and ensure the results are exactly what you envisioned.
We can work with your architect or bring in our own trusted specialists to create a design that fits your needs, your property, and your budget.

Full Property Renovations

A complete property renovation is ideal if you’ve recently bought an older home, want a full refresh, or are upgrading a property before selling or renting it out. We handle every stage — from strip-out and structural work to rewiring, new plumbing, plastering, flooring, and finishing.
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Whether it’s a 1930s semi in Bexley, a Victorian terrace in Dartford, or a modern home in Kent, we’ll restore, upgrade, and modernise your property with care and precision.

Kitchen Renovations & Open-Plan Layouts

The kitchen is the heart of the home — and a modern kitchen renovation can dramatically improve space, flow, and daily life. We carry out everything from reconfigurations and new layouts to structural alterations, load-bearing wall removals, and installation of steels to create open-plan kitchen–diner spaces.
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We’ll help you design a layout that suits your family, enhances natural light, and improves functionality.

Bathroom Renovations

We design and build contemporary, stylish bathrooms that are practical, durable, and tailored to your needs. From high-end en-suites to family bathrooms, accessibility upgrades, and complete rip-out-and-replace refurbishments, we manage the entire process — including plumbing, tiling, electrics, heating, and ventilation.

Interior of a room under renovation with plastered brown walls, skylights, large frosted windows, construction tools, and covered furniture.
Modern kitchen with black cabinetry, marble countertops, wooden stools, and large windows opening to a garden.
Modern bathroom with patterned tile floor, freestanding white bathtub, glass shower enclosure, toilet under frosted window, and a sink with round mirror.

Internal Reconfigurations

Modern living often calls for more open, flexible spaces. We specialise in removing walls, creating open-plan layouts, widening doorways, repositioning rooms, and improving flow throughout the home. All structural work is completed with full calculations and building control approval.
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This is one of the fastest ways to modernise an older property.

Exterior Refurbishments & Structural Repairs

We also carry out external improvements such as re-rendering, cladding, brickwork repairs, roof enhancements, and modernising outdated facades. Whether your home needs cosmetic refreshment or structural reinforcement, we’ll ensure it looks great and performs safely for years to come.

Energy-Efficiency Upgrades

Renovating is the perfect time to upgrade insulation, windows, heating systems, and ventilation. We help homeowners improve comfort and reduce energy bills with smart, modern upgrades that can also increase long-term property value.

Bright kitchen and living area with a wooden dining table under a large skylight showing a clear blue sky.
Two-story house with Tudor-style white walls and black wooden beams, illuminated exterior lights at dusk.
Indoor underfloor heating pipes being installed on insulation boards with 'UNILIN' branding in a room under construction.

Benefits of Renovating Your Home

A well-executed renovation doesn’t just improve how your home looks — it enhances how it feels, how it functions, and how it supports your lifestyle.

Transform Outdated Spaces into Modern, Comfortable Rooms

Older homes often suffer from cramped layouts, poor lighting, and dated finishes. A renovation lets you redesign your space to suit your tastes and daily life — creating brighter, more open, more enjoyable rooms throughout the home.

Increase the Value of Your Property

A well-planned renovation can significantly increase resale value, especially in desirable areas like Bexley, Bexleyheath, and Dartford. Buyers look for modern kitchens, updated bathrooms, open-plan layouts, and quality finishes — all of which make your home far more attractive on the market.

Improve Layout, Comfort & Functionality

Whether your home feels too small, too dark, or poorly configured, a renovation allows you to solve long-standing frustrations. From improving storage to opening up living areas, we create spaces that support how you live today — not how houses were built decades ago.

Avoid the Expense & Disruption of Moving

Moving involves high costs and huge stress — stamp duty, estate agents, legal fees, removals, and the challenge of finding the right home in the right location. Renovating allows you to stay where you are and create your perfect home exactly how you want it.

Upgrade Energy Efficiency & Reduce Running Costs

Renovations are the perfect opportunity to install better insulation, modern windows, efficient heating, and improved ventilation — making your home warmer, greener, and cheaper to run.

Tailor Your Home to Your Lifestyle

From home offices to walk-in wardrobes, open-plan living rooms to luxurious master suites — a renovation allows you to shape your home exactly around your needs, now and in the future.

Got Questions About Renovating Your Home?

Whether you're considering a small upgrade or a full transformation, we’re always happy to offer friendly, no-pressure advice.

If you want to explore ideas, understand costs, or find out what’s structurally possible in your property, just get in touch.

Request Your Free Home Renovation EstimateGet Friendly Advice
Top view of a carpeted staircase and hallway with white walls and open doors leading to adjacent rooms.
Our process

Our Home Renovation Process

Over the last 30 years, we’ve developed a reliable, well-organised process designed to keep your renovation running smoothly, safely, and on time — from the first discussion to the final handover.

Free Consultation & Honest Advice

We start with a relaxed conversation about your home, your ideas, and what you’d like to achieve. This is your chance to ask questions, explore possibilities, and get early guidance from an experienced local builder.

Site Survey & Feasibility Assessment

We visit your property to assess layout, structure, utilities, and any constraints. We’ll talk through design options, structural considerations, and any planning or building control requirements.

Design, Drawings & Structural Calculations

We can work with your architect or bring in trusted partners to create detailed plans and structural designs. This includes layout changes, load-bearing wall removal, room repositioning, and all technical requirements.

Planning Permission & Building Control

Some renovations require planning approval, while others fall under permitted development. We’ll advise you on what applies and manage all submissions, building control inspections, and regulatory approvals on your behalf.

Pre-Construction Preparation

Before work begins, we agree on final specifications, materials, timelines, and budgets. You’ll know exactly what to expect and when each stage will happen.
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Construction & Quality Assurance

Our skilled, long-standing team completes the renovation work to the highest standard. We manage all aspects — structural, electrical, plumbing, plastering, flooring, finishing, and everything in between. A dedicated project lead keeps you updated throughout, ensuring quality control at every stage.

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Why Homeowners Choose P J Dunbar Builders for Renovations

Local, Family-Run Builders with Over 30 Years’ Experience

Since 1994, P J Dunbar Builders Ltd has carried out home renovations across Bexley, Kent, and South East London. Our long-standing reputation is built on trust, honest communication, and a commitment to doing things properly.

Skilled Workmanship & Long-Standing Team

Since 1994, P J Dunbar Builders Ltd has carried out home renovations across Bexley, Kent, and South East London. Our long-standing reputation is built on trust, honest communication, and a commitment to doing things properly.

Clear Pricing & No Hidden Costs

We provide transparent, itemised quotes so you know exactly what’s included from the start. No vague estimates, no hidden extras — just honest pricing you can trust.

A Smooth, Stress-Free Experience

From planning through to completion, we manage every stage of your renovation in-house. With one clear point of contact, your project stays organised, efficient, and far less stressful.

Trusted by Homeowners Across Bexley & Kent

For over 30 years, we’ve built our reputation on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with us.

"We’re extremely happy with our ground floor rear extension. The workmanship was excellent, everything was clearly explained, and pricing was straightforward with no surprises. We’d definitely use PJ Dunbar again and would highly recommend them."
Matthew
Rear Extension
"Danny and his team built our two storey side extension and did a great job. The build stayed on schedule, extra works were fitted in without issue, and all the trades were easy to deal with. We’d happily recommend PJ Dunbar Builders."
Warren Kupka
Two Storey Side Extension
"PJ Dunbar built our loft and the whole process ran extremely smoothly from start to finish and yes... I’m talking about construction. The work was handled professionally and we’d fully recommend them."
Adriana Perera
Loft Conversion

Recent Renovation Projects

Explore some of the home renovations we’ve recently completed across Bexley, Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Dartford, Eltham, Swanley, and Kent.

From full property refurbishments to kitchen and bathroom transformations, every project showcases the quality and care we bring to every home.

Top view of a carpeted staircase and hallway with white walls and open doors leading to adjacent rooms.
Modern bathroom with a white bathtub featuring a blue towel, a small white cabinet with a green plant, and a window with a white roller blind.
Interior view of a square skylight with four glass panes on a ceiling, above a room with a window and framed artwork.
Modern bathroom with a skylight, walk-in shower with ribbed glass panel, wall-mounted sink, and wall-mounted toilet.
Modern kitchen enclosed by black-framed glass walls with wooden floor, adjacent to a dining area with a piano and floral lamp.
Small room with light green walls, wood floor, sliding wardrobe doors partially open revealing shelves with shoes and hanging clothes, wall clock on left, framed pictures on right wall, and a vacuum cleaner on the floor.
Modern bathroom with gray tiled floor and walls, featuring a white toilet, white sink cabinet, window with frosted glass and roller blind, a small chest of drawers with a green plant, and a towel rack with gray towels.
Modern kitchen with marble countertops, beige cabinets, pendant lights, and sliding glass doors opening to a backyard.

Home Renovation FAQs

How much does a home renovation cost?

Costs vary depending on the scale of work — from simple room refurbishments to full property transformations.

After a site visit, we provide a clear, itemised quote with no hidden extras.

Can I live in my home during the renovation?

In most cases, yes.

We carefully manage the process to minimise disruption and maintain safety throughout your home.

Will a renovation increase the value of my home?

Absolutely. Renovations that modernise layout, improve energy efficiency, and upgrade kitchens or bathrooms often deliver strong returns on investment.

Can you help with design ideas?

Yes — we can work with your ideas or introduce trusted designers and architects who specialise in creating practical, modern home layouts.

Do you offer partial renovations?

Yes — whether it’s one room or several, we customise the renovation to your needs.

Do I need planning permission?

Many internal renovations do not require planning permission, but structural changes or external alterations might.

We’ll advise you on what applies to your home in Bexley or Kent.

Do you manage everything from start to finish?

Yes — we handle design, structural work, electrics, plumbing, finishes, building control, and final sign-off.

How long does a renovation take?

This depends on the scale of work. Small projects may take a few weeks, while full refurbishments may take several months.

We provide a clear timeline before work begins.

Is my renovation guaranteed?

Yes — all work comes with a workmanship guarantee, and extended options are available if required.

How do I get started?

Just contact us for a friendly conversation or site visit. We’ll help you understand what’s possible and provide clear guidance to move forward.

Still have questions?

If you didn’t find what you were looking for, our team is happy to help.

Get in touch today for friendly, no-obligation advice about your renovation project in Bexley or Kent.

Request Your Free Estimate Today

Ready to Transform Your Home?

If you’re planning a renovation — whether it’s a single room or a full property overhaul — we’d love to help bring your ideas to life.
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We’ve been renovating homes across Bexley, Bexleyheath, Dartford, Sidcup, Eltham, and Kent for over 30 years.

Request Your Free Home Renovation Estimate
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dunbarbuilders@hotmail.co.uk
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