Business Details
Period Property Renovations Experts in Hampshire
Established over 30 years ago, J J Renovations has built a solid reputation as a trusted specialist in period property renovations across Hampshire, Berkshire, and Surrey. Our team of skilled craftsmen, led by experienced builder John Daborn, delivers meticulous attention to detail for both residential and commercial projects, including listed buildings and conservation areas. We pride ourselves on transparent fixed pricing, ensuring complete clarity from the initial quote to project completion. Our comprehensive services cover every aspect of building work, from foundations and roofing to plumbing, electrics, and bespoke joinery.With full insurance coverage and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, we provide guaranteed workmanship tailored to preserve the character of historic properties. Our local expertise and long-standing relationships with clients reflect our dedication to exceeding expectations while maintaining the integrity of period architecture. By managing every stage of the project personally, we ensure seamless communication and accountability throughout the renovation process.
Services
Barn conversions
Period renovations
Extensions
New builds
Conservation work
Highlights and features
- 30 years' experience in period property renovations
- Fixed pricing with no hidden extras
- Fully insured for public liability and contract works
- Team of specialist craftsmen for all building aspects
- Expertise in listed buildings and conservation areas
Services
Period Property Renovations
Specialist renovation of historic buildings preserving architectural integrity. Services include structural repairs, timber framing, and traditional joinery for listed properties. Our team ensures compliance with conservation regulations while modernising functionality for contemporary living.
Barn Conversions
Transform agricultural buildings into residential or commercial spaces. We maintain original features while integrating modern amenities. Services include structural reinforcement, insulation, and planning permission guidance for listed barns in conservation areas.
Conservation Area Work
Expertise in working within protected zones with strict planning controls. Services include sympathetic repairs, material matching, and documentation for local authority approvals. We specialise in maintaining historical accuracy while meeting modern standards.
Full Building Projects
Complete project management from foundations to finishing touches. Services cover plumbing, electrical systems, bespoke joinery, and interior decoration. Our single-point accountability ensures seamless coordination across all trades for period-appropriate results.
New Build Extensions
Design and construction of extensions that harmonise with original architecture. Services include planning drawings, traditional masonry, and period-appropriate detailing. We ensure new structures complement historic buildings while meeting current building regulations.
People
John Daborn
Founder & Project Manager
With over 30 years in period property construction, John leads all projects personally. His expertise ensures every renovation balances historical accuracy with modern functionality through meticulous craftsmanship oversight.
Questions
Do you specialise in listed building renovations?
Yes, we have extensive experience working on Grade II listed properties and buildings within conservation areas, ensuring all work complies with heritage regulations.
Are your prices fixed throughout projects?
We provide transparent fixed pricing agreed upfront based on your project's scope, with no hidden extras or unexpected costs during renovations.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Hampshire, Berkshire, and Surrey, focusing on period properties and country homes across these counties.
Are you insured for building work?
Yes, we hold full insurance coverage including public liability, employers' liability, and contract works insurance for all projects.
Can you handle complete building projects?
Our team manages every aspect from foundations to finishing touches, including plumbing, electrics, joinery, and decoration for seamless period property renovations.
Reviews (5)
Martin Jones
Dec 22, 2021
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JJ has just finished a 6 week renovation, redecoration of our house. Can't speak highly enough of this local tradesman and his small but very hard working, honest, professional and experienced team. JJ will answer your calls and emails (many don't these days!), clearly explain timelines, cost and possible problems. His team always turned up on time, worked at the weekend when necessary, and never left until the area was cleaned up and left in the best condtion possible. An enthusiastic tradesman and project manager all his team take great pride in their work. The biggest compliment we can give
Markus Kidman-Pepper
Nov 30, 2021
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JJ Building & Renovation did an amazing job! They were extremely competent and professional. My basement excavation was a really complex job especially to obtain a building license for a habitable room. The job involved labor intensive removal of substrate materials manually handled out through confined, small tight spaces. The room is now complete and finished to such a high standard. Based on this job I later contracted them for a large loft conversion. From structural support work to final fit and finish they did an amazing job. The team are polite, clean and tidy in their work, no surprises
David Land
Jan 20, 2021
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JJ helped get my house renovation project back on track, and brought with him all his experience and knowledge along with his excellent building skills.
JJ is courteous, well organised, above all tidy and does exactly what he says he will do, I cannot recommend him enough.
JJ is courteous, well organised, above all tidy and does exactly what he says he will do, I cannot recommend him enough.
Kelly Mathieson
Aug 17, 2020
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After struggling to get anything back from local plasterers I found JJ Building & Renovations - very responsive to my emails. Turned up when they said they were going to (let down before by other companies not turning up to quote). Quote was sent across straight after coming to see our requirements. Turned up on time to start the job, very tidy, polite and friendly. Worked very hard and efficiently and the plastering looks fab. Wasn't the easiest job to do but very pleased. We've now moved on to job 2 and will be using more in the future. Cannot recommend enough.
Charlotte Young
Jan 21, 2018
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Had JJ to sort out my utility room. Very pleased with the result. Had great ideas. Excellent workmanship. Tidy workers. Very polite too. Will use again
