What rough renovation includes
Rough renovation by KyivReno in Kyiv is the foundational stage that determines the quality and longevity of every subsequent finish. The package covers demolition of old surfaces and partitions, building new walls from aerated concrete or brick, running electrical wiring with dedicated circuit groups and a panel, manifold-based water supply and sewer routing, waterproofing in wet areas, laser-levelled screed with underfloor heating, and machine-applied wall and ceiling plaster.
We carry out rough works for complete apartments and private houses — either as a standalone stage or as part of a full turnkey renovation. Once finished, the space is ready for any finish: tile, paint, wallpaper, or decorative coatings.
Stages of rough work and quality control
After a free engineer visit, you receive an estimate with a fixed price. Work proceeds in a logical sequence: demolition and waste removal, building and reconfiguring walls, chasing and running electrical, plumbing distribution and pressure testing, bathroom waterproofing, laying screed to beads, and machine-applied wall and ceiling plaster brought true to a laser level.
Specialised crews own each stage: electricians run cable to Ukrainian codes (DBN and PUE), plumbers install pipes and pressure-test for leaks, and plasterers bring surfaces true to the laser. An independent quality inspector verifies concealed work before close-up — chase depth, sewer falls, screed thickness — and hands over a photo report. This is the stage where the nodes you can't reach after finishing are formed, so control here is critical.
Rough work is the dustiest and noisiest stage of a renovation: demolition, chasing, screed, and machine plaster generate a lot of dust and moisture, and the space is temporarily left without any finish. We therefore don't recommend living in the apartment during the active phase and agree the schedule in advance so you can plan temporary accommodation. Indicative timing for the rough cycle of a typical apartment is from a few weeks to 1.5–2 months depending on area, the extent of layout changes, and the number of wet rooms. Once the screed and plaster have dried, the space is fully ready to move on to finishing.
Cost and what's in the estimate
Rough renovation costs significantly less than a full turnkey package, letting you spread expenses over time and order the finishing later. The cost is itemised in the estimate, split between labour and core materials — screed and plaster mixes, cable, pipes, waterproofing, and fasteners. The price is fixed in the contract before work begins. We prepare an indicative calculation for your property after measurement; compare it against the full cycle on the pricing and packages page or in the turnkey renovation section.
Fixed estimate and 1-year warranty
The amount for rough work is fixed in the contract and doesn't change without written approval of additional scope. All completed work carries an official 1-year warranty. Because the rough stage forms the concealed engineering nodes, we keep the electrical and plumbing schematics and photo reports of hidden work — which simplifies later finishing and maintenance.
Who it's for and why KyivReno
Rough renovation suits owners of bare-shell apartments in new builds, those who plan to finish themselves or in stages, and clients who want a reliable engineering base for a future design project. The KyivReno team has worked since 2014, with around 50 specialists and in-house crews of electricians, plumbers, and plasterers. Examples with concealed stages are in our project portfolio. Individual disciplines can be ordered separately: electrical work, plumbing, and plaster work.
Frequently asked questions about rough renovation
How is rough renovation different from turnkey?
Rough renovation is the preparatory stage: engineering systems, screed, and plaster ready for a finish. Turnkey renovation includes the rough stage and adds the finishing — tile, painting, doors, fixtures — up to a fully move-in-ready home.
Can I order the finishing from you later?
Yes. We keep the schematics and photo reports of concealed work, so the finishing can be ordered from KyivReno later as a separate stage without losing any information about the engineering nodes.
Book your rough renovation
Book a free engineer visit for an assessment and estimate via our contact page or by the phone number on the site.
