For a full 2 BHK renovation with civil changes and custom woodwork, plan for roughly 35 to 45 working days. Smaller scopes such as painting alone are quicker. The phases below show where the time usually goes.
Typical phase-by-phase timeline
| Phase | Approx. working days |
|---|---|
| Demolition and civil changes | 5 to 7 |
| Plumbing and electrical first fix | 5 to 6 |
| Waterproofing and tiling | 8 to 10 |
| False ceiling | 5 to 6 |
| Carpentry and modular units | 10 to 14 |
| Painting and polish | 6 to 8 |
| Fittings, cleaning and handover | 2 to 3 |
Some phases overlap. Carpentry units, for example, can be prepared in the workshop while tiling is still going on at site. These are indicative figures, and your exact schedule depends on scope.
What slows a renovation down
- Society permissions: approvals, working-hour limits, lift use and security deposits vary by building.
- Changes mid-way: new designs after work has started reset the sequence.
- Material lead times: imported tiles, special laminates and hardware can take weeks.
- Hidden problems: seepage or damaged pipes found after opening walls.
- Monsoon: curing and painting need dry conditions.
How to keep it on schedule
Freeze the design and finish selections before work begins, get society approvals in advance, and ask your contractor for a written milestone schedule. A good contractor will tell you early if something threatens the timeline.
Tip: book your site visit 3 to 4 weeks before you want work to start, so measurements, quotation and approvals do not delay day one.
