DHA Home Renovation & Remodeling
Bring an older DHA home up to date, from facade upgrades and structural repairs to basement additions and full demolish-and-rebuild. Here is the scope, the process, and how 2026 quotes are worked out.
DHA home renovation covers everything from refreshing the facade of an older house to structural repairs, basement and storey additions, and full demolish-and-rebuild. Because the work depends on the condition of the existing structure, every project is quoted after a site survey, with an indicative market range of roughly PKR 800–3,500 per sqft in 2026.
Many of the earliest DHA neighbourhoods, the older phases of DHA Lahore (Phases 1–5) and the older sectors of DHA Karachi, were built two or three decades ago. Their structures are often sound, but the layouts, kitchens, bathrooms and exteriors feel dated, and the services need upgrading. Renovation lets you keep the location and plot you already own while bringing the home up to a modern standard, often for less than the cost of buying and building new.
At Construction Company DHA, every renovation starts with a survey of the existing house. We assess the foundations, columns and slabs, then set out the realistic options, whether that is an in-place remodel or a demolish-and-rebuild, with costs and timelines for each. Because the variables are so site-specific, we do not quote a fixed per-sqft figure online; instead we give a written, costed estimate after the survey. The construction rate calculator is a useful starting point, and a free quote turns it into a firm figure.
What a DHA renovation can include
Renovation scope ranges from a light cosmetic refresh to a complete rebuild on the same plot. We tailor the work to the condition of your home and your budget. A typical 2026 renovation or remodeling project in DHA Pakistan can cover:
Two of these deserve a note. A demolish-and-rebuild on your existing plot is effectively a fresh construction, so it follows the same engineering sequence as our grey structure service and can be delivered move-in-ready through our turnkey construction service. An addition, whether a new basement or an extra storey, depends on what the existing foundations and columns can safely carry, which is exactly what the survey checks. For new layouts, fitted kitchens and updated bathrooms, our interior design service handles the finishing detail.
Step by step: how a renovation runs
Every DHA renovation moves through five clear stages, starting with a survey and ending with handover. The work in the middle scales with the scope, from a facade refresh of 1–3 months to a full demolish-and-rebuild of around 10–14 months for a 1 Kanal home.
1
Site survey and assessment
We inspect the existing home, check the condition of the foundations, columns and slabs, and discuss what you want to change. This survey is the basis for an accurate, written quote.
2
Scope, costing and approval
We set out the options, renovate in place or demolish-and-rebuild, with costs and timelines. Where the structure, footprint or height changes, we prepare revised drawings and secure DHA map approval.
3
Demolition or strip-out
Depending on scope, we either carefully strip out finishes for an in-place renovation, or carry out controlled demolition where a rebuild or major structural change is needed.
4
Structural and additions work
Repairs, column jacketing, underpinning, a basement or an extra storey are executed with C25 design-mix concrete and Grade 60 steel, engineered for the added load.
5
Finishing and handover
New interiors, facade, services, paint and a final clean complete the work. A documented snag list and walkthrough leave you with a refreshed, move-in-ready home.
Any change to the structure, footprint or height needs revised drawings approved before work can begin. We handle that through our DHA map approval service, so an addition or rebuild stays within your plot's coverage and height limits and you avoid problems with the DHA control board later.
Renovation across the older DHA cities
The need for renovation is greatest where the housing stock is oldest, the early phases of each DHA. Material supply, labour and ground conditions differ by city, so quotes are always survey-based. Choose your location for city-specific 2026 detail.
Renovation in DHA Lahore
Refurbishing the older Phases 1–5, plus additions and rebuilds.
Renovation in DHA Karachi
Coastal-grade repairs and remodeling for the older sectors.
Renovation in DHA Islamabad-Rawalpindi
Facade upgrades and structural work across the twin-city DHA.
Renovation in DHA Multan
Cost-effective remodeling and additions in DHA Multan.
Renovation for overseas Pakistanis
Many overseas owners inherit or hold an older home in DHA and want it brought up to date without travelling back to manage the work. We carry out the survey, share findings and photos by email, and agree the scope and budget before anything is touched.
Throughout the work we send weekly photo and video updates and approval reports by email. You can reach our overseas desk any time at info@constructioncompanydha.pk, and we keep 2026 PKR estimates clear against USD, GBP and AED so you can plan with confidence.
Repair or rebuild, you decide
Because we assess the existing structure before quoting, we will tell you plainly when a renovation makes sense and when a demolish-and-rebuild is the better value. Structural work uses C25 design-mix concrete and genuine Grade 60 steel, and any addition is engineered for the load it has to carry.
Ready to start? Request a free quote and we will arrange a survey and reply with a written, costed estimate.
DHA Renovation FAQ 2026
How is the cost of a DHA renovation worked out?
Renovation is always quoted after a site survey, because the price depends on the condition of the existing structure and the exact scope of work. As an indicative market guide, renovation in DHA Pakistan runs roughly PKR 800–3,500 per sqft in 2026: light refurbishment and facade work sits at the lower end, while structural repairs, additions and full demolish-and-rebuild reach the upper end. For a costed figure on your home, request a free quote or use the construction rate calculator as a starting point.
Should I renovate the existing house or demolish and rebuild?
It depends on the condition of the structure and what you want to change. If the foundations, columns and slabs are sound, renovating in place is usually faster and cheaper. If the home is very old, has structural cracks, or your new layout needs a different column grid, a demolish-and-rebuild often gives a better result for the money. We carry out a site survey first and give you both options in writing so you can compare scope, cost and timeline before deciding.
Can you add a basement or an extra storey to an existing DHA home?
Often, yes, but it must be checked first. Adding a storey depends on whether the existing foundations and columns were designed to carry the extra load, and adding a basement under a finished house is a specialised job involving underpinning and waterproofing. Both also need DHA approval and must stay within the coverage and height limits for your plot. Our survey confirms what your structure can take, and any addition is engineered and approved before work begins.
How long does a DHA renovation take?
Timelines vary with scope. A facade or elevation upgrade and interior refresh typically takes 1–3 months. Structural repairs and a storey addition usually run 3–6 months. A full demolish-and-rebuild of a 1 Kanal home is effectively a fresh construction and takes around 10–14 months from approval to handover. We give a stage-by-stage schedule with the quote so you know what to expect.
Do you handle DHA map approval for renovation changes?
Yes. Any change to the structure, footprint or height, such as an addition, a new basement or a demolish-and-rebuild, needs revised drawings approved by the relevant DHA office before work can start. We prepare the updated drawings and manage the approval process through our DHA map approval service, so the renovation stays fully compliant and you avoid demolition orders later.
Deciding between a refresh and a rebuild? Compare the structural scope of a grey structure build with a complete turnkey home, then request a survey-based quote.
Start your 2026 DHA renovation today
Whether you want to modernise an older home, repair structural issues, add a basement or storey, or demolish and rebuild, email us your plot details and we will arrange a survey and reply with a written, costed quote.
Email us at info@constructioncompanydha.pkWe reply within 24 hours and arrange a site survey.