The Loacally blog
Getting things sorted at home.
Practical, no-nonsense help for your London home. What jobs really cost, which trade you actually need, and how to hire someone you can trust.
EV Charger Installation Cost in London (2026 Prices)
A home EV charger in London costs around £900 to buy and install in 2026, with most jobs between £500 and £1,200. This guide tiers the price by cost driver, explains the Gov.uk grants of up to £500 for flats, renters and on-street parking, covers the Part P and safety rules, and shows what a fair quote includes.
How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in London? (2026)
A full bathroom renovation in London costs about £8,000 to £12,000 all-in in 2026, with labour usually £3,000 to £6,000. This guide tiers the prices by scope, breaks down the four trades and the fittings, sets out the rules on electrics, gas and waterproofing, and shows what a fair quote includes.
The London Trade Costs Index 2026: What Tradespeople Charge
A fully-sourced index of what London tradespeople charge in 2026, across plumbing, electrical, handyman, decorating and tiling work. London runs roughly 15 to 50 per cent above the national average, and every figure is cited to a public source.
How Much Does It Cost to Tile a Bathroom in London? (2026)
Tiling a medium London bathroom costs about £2,000 to £3,500 all-in in 2026, with labour at £40 to £60 per m² for walls. This guide breaks down prices per square metre by tile type, day rates, tanking and removal costs, what a fair quote includes, and how long the job takes.