Question 1

What does a renovation in Antwerp cost on average per m²?

Accepted Answer

A standard to mid-range full renovation in Antwerp costs between € 850 and € 1,200 per m², while high-end energy-efficient renovations range from € 1,300 to € 1,800+ per m². The final price depends on structural works, technical installations (such as heat pumps or MVHR ventilation) and material selections. In our quote every line item is itemised individually.

Question 2

Is a quote and site visit free and without obligation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, both our initial phone consultation and an on-site visit by our renovation specialist in the Antwerp region are 100% free and non-binding. Within five working days after measuring you receive a binding, detailed quote valid for 60 days.

Question 3

When does the reduced 6% VAT rate apply to renovation work?

Accepted Answer

You only pay 6% VAT (instead of 21%) if your private residence is at least 10 years old and the work is invoiced directly to the end-user. This applies to both labour and supplied materials for almost all renovation services. We verify the conditions and list the applicable rate clearly on your quote.

Question 4

How does payment work and do you use fixed instalment stages?

Accepted Answer

We work with transparent staged payments linked to actual on-site progress. After an initial deposit you only pay following the completion of agreed milestones (shell, services, plastering, final handover), never for uncompleted work.

Question 5

How quickly can Van den Broeck Renovaties start after quote approval?

Accepted Answer

For targeted projects (bathrooms, kitchens, roofing) we typically begin within 4 to 6 weeks; for major turnkey renovations we plan 2 to 3 months ahead. Upon signing we fix a firm start date and target completion date contractually.

Question 6

Can I stay in my home during the renovation works?

Accepted Answer

During bathroom, kitchen or interior renovations you can usually stay in the house thanks to our dust barriers and daily cleaning. During a complete turnkey renovation where plumbing, heating and floors are stripped at once, temporary relocation is safer, faster and more comfortable.

Question 7

Who is my dedicated contact person during the renovation?

Accepted Answer

You have one dedicated site manager who manages your project from start to finish and coordinates all craftsmen. You receive a weekly progress update with photos and have direct phone access.

Question 8

How does Van den Broeck Renovaties minimise dust and nuisance for neighbours?

Accepted Answer

We install airtight zip-doors and heavy protection mats along traffic routes, use extraction during demolition, and tidy the site daily. In Antwerp urban neighbourhoods we notify neighbours in advance when parking suspensions or containers are required.

Question 9

Do I need a building permit for my renovation in Antwerp?

Accepted Answer

Structural modifications to load-bearing walls, extensions, raising roof heights or altering street-facing facades in Antwerp require a building permit with an architect or a formal notification. Internal finishing works like a new bathroom or flooring are completely exempt. We guide the application process in partnership with registered architects.

Question 10

What subsidies can I claim via Mijn VerbouwPremie in Flanders?

Accepted Answer

Through Mijn VerbouwPremie you can receive subsidies for roof insulation, external wall insulation, floor insulation, high-efficiency glazing and heat pumps. Depending on your income bracket homeowners can recover 35% to 50% of the invoice. We supply all mandatory technical certificates and energy compliance sheets.

Question 11

What statutory guarantees does Van den Broeck Renovaties provide?

Accepted Answer

You benefit from the statutory 10-year liability on all structural works and waterproofing envelopes (roofs and foundations), alongside a 2-year warranty on minor defects and mechanical installations. Our company holds full civil and ten-year insurance coverage.

Question 12

What does the Flemish renovation obligation for residential homes entail?

Accepted Answer

Since 2023 residential properties purchased with an EPC energy label of E or F must be renovated to at least label D within five years (aiming for label A by 2050). In coordination with your energy assessor we determine which measures (roof insulation, glazing, heat pumps) yield the highest EPC jump within your budget.

Question 13

Which municipalities around Antwerp does Van den Broeck Renovaties serve?

Accepted Answer

We operate in Antwerp city (Centrum, Zurenborg, Zuid, Harmonie, Eilandje), Berchem, Deurne, Borgerhout, Merksem, Wilrijk, Hoboken, Mortsel, Edegem, Kontich, Brasschaat, Schoten, Kapellen and Wijnegem. Our site managers are on-site in these districts every day.

Question 14

Do you have experience with historic Antwerp townhouses and terraced buildings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, historic townhouses and narrow urban terraced properties are our core specialty. We know how to preserve authentic elements (timber joists, brick arches, decorative mouldings) while integrating modern insulation, steel beams and high-efficiency systems.

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