Personal Premier Business Wealth Management Corporate Log In Search Menu Improving your home Transform it into a special place Whether it’s building a kitchen extension or just painting walls, a refresh could add value to your home and turn it into a place you won’t want to leave. Planning your home improvements Tips from experts to guide you towards your goals The cost of renovations Whatever your budget, our experts have insider information on the costs of different types of improvements and the value they could add to your home. Read guide How to improve your home If you’d like to revamp your home and don’t know where to start, check out our step-by-step guide of things to consider. Get tips Saving for your improvements We have a range of savings accounts to choose from, including instant access and fixed rate accounts that come with some access to your money if you need it. We also offer a range of cash ISAs that could help you reach your goals faster, plus, it’s easy to track and manage your savings online – so you’re always in control. Take a look to see what could suit you. T&Cs and eligibility criteria apply. Savings and ISAs Thinking of moving instead? Consider the costs of stamp duty, surveys and solicitor’s fees when purchasing property to help you decide whether to stay or go. Read more Funding your improvements We’ve a range of options to help you afford changes to your home Ways to borrow There are several ways to borrow money if you need it – understanding the choices can help you decide what’s right for you. See your options A loan for your home Whether you’re planning a major refurbishment, such as an extension, or a minor upgrade, our home improvement loan could help you out. Subject to status and application. Explore Barclayloan Your mortgage options You may be able to borrow more on your existing mortgage to help pay for your home improvements. Explore mortgages Credit cards Whether you want to start a new project, build up your credit score or consolidate your borrowing, there could be a Barclaycard to suit you. Subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Compare credit cards Making changes We’re here to guide you through your planning process, whatever changes you want to make Confessions of a builder If you’re thinking of getting an extension done, or knocking down walls, get some tips from those who know the industry best. Read guide Cover your home and belongings We can touch wood and cross fingers, but sometimes things go wrong when making home improvements. Cover your building, contents, gadgets, boiler, bike, sports equipment and more with our range of policies. Get insured Case studies Get tips from experts and read real-life stories of home renovation Make a difference to your home Even if you don’t have the time, patience or budget to make big changes, you can still make striking changes to your home. Get quick tricks Renovation stories Watch videos and read real-life stories from people around the UK who revamped their homes – and learned a lot along the way. Get inspired Smart ideas for modest gardens Increase your property’s kerb appeal by getting green-fingered, and turn your outdoor space into a place for hanging out. Read guide Current accounts Savings accounts ISAs Loans Mortgages Mortgage calculator Insurance Credit cards Home and contents insurance Help and FAQs Switch to Barclays How to report fraud Protect yourself from scams Important information Accessibility Privacy policy Cookies Security Careers Find a branch Service status Send us a message Find us on Twitter Barclays Bank UK PLC and Barclays Bank PLC are each authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Barclays Insurance Services Company Limited and Barclays Investment Solutions Limited are each authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered office for all: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP Cookies We would like to collect data from your device while you use this website. We do this using cookies. You can find out more in our cookie policy. Collecting this data helps us provide the best experience for you, keeps your account secure, helps us provide social media features and allows us to personalise advert and service message content. Please select 'Accept all' to consent to us collecting your data in this way. To see other data collection options, select 'Preferences'. Preferences Accept All