Your Amsterdam Renovation – a friendly guide from Tommy’s Service

Tommy's Service
Jun 19
3 min read

Hi there! If you’re reading this, you’re probably standing in a 90s-era bathroom or a kitchen where the only wall socket is exactly where your coffee maker should sit. Jokes aside—let’s see how we can turn your place into a space you’ll love coming home to.

1 · Amsterdam Renovation. Before you grab the hammer

Why? A sale, a growing family, a private spa—knowing the goal makes every decision easier.Contingency: a flake of plaster can reveal aluminium wiring. Set aside 10–15 % of both budget and time for surprises.

2 · Quick technical health check

Area	What really matters	Code / Standard
Electrics	30 mA RCDs in wet zones, no aluminium conductors	NEN 1010:2020
Ventilation	21 dm³/s in the living room, 14 dm³/s in the bathroom	Bbl Art. 3.67
Insulation	Roof RC ≥ 2.1 m²K/W, walls ≥ 1.4, floors ≥ 2.6	Bbl Art. 5.20

Sounds like Klingon? Tell us—we’ll measure everything and send you a crystal-clear PDF showing what to fix and what to keep.

3 · Why “How much will it cost?” has no single answer

Floor area – square metres don’t lie.
Condition of services – the older the systems, the more work.
Finishes – bargain tiles or large-format porcelain? Your call.
Structure – moving a load-bearing wall means drawings + permits.
Logistics – city-centre deliveries are limited to 08:00–11:00 (milieuzone).
Season & crew availability – summer is often peak season.

Relax—we’ll crunch all the numbers up front and build in a safety buffer.

4 · Design: technology × your style

Ergonomics (DIN 18040) – no more colliding drawers.
We plan multimedia, lighting and outlets before the plaster goes up.
Extensions meet BENG standards—lower bills, higher property value.
Love apps? Planner 5D and Roomstyler help you sketch your dreams. Prefer a chat? Our architect will have a coffee and get your ideas on paper.

5 · Permits without headaches

Since 1 January 2024 every application is filed online via Omgevingsloket (DSO). Need façade or extension consent? We handle it—you just click “approve”.

6 · The dream crew—what to look for

KVK registration, BTW number, liability insurance—zero risk.
Up-to-date project portfolio (no private addresses).
Contract with timeline and a 5 % retention until hand-over.
One dedicated project manager, reachable 24/7 on WhatsApp.

7 · Step-by-step timeline

Phase	What happens	Typical duration	Your task
Demo & strip-out	Tiles off, units out, floors protected	1–5 days	Take “before” photos—they’re great for comparisons.
New services	Electrical, plumbing, ventilation rough-ins	3–10 days	Send us your appliance list so we match the power feeds.
Plaster & screed	Chases filled, walls levelled	7 days / cm plaster; screed 28 days	Patience—drying time is worth it.
“Wet” finishes	Tiles, waterproofing, shower enclosures	3–14 days	Double-check grout and silicone colours.
Floors	Laminate, parquet, skirting	2–5 days	Keep furniture out—floors “settle” for 48 h.
Paint & wallpaper	Walls get colour	2–7 days	Bring a light sample—LED shifts the shade.
Final installs	Kitchen, taps, lighting, doors	3–10 days	List any touch-ups—easier while we’re still on site.
Clean-up & hand-over	Windows washed, systems tested	1–2 days	Walk the checklist with us; only then pay the last tranche.

8 · Logistics—narrow streets, big ideas

City-centre deliveries run <08:00–11:00>.
No space? We’ll use a mobile store or schedule just-in-time drops.

9 · Quality control—everything checks out

We test safety, tightness and finishes; hand-over happens only when it all works and looks exactly like the design.

In a nutshell—let’s do this together!

Tommy’s Service has renovated homes across Amsterdam and Noord-Holland since 2010—covering everything from the first audit to handing over the keys.

What you get:

A single team from A to Z.
A deadline guarantee—we meet the agreed date unless hidden, pre-existing technical issues emerge.
Stage-by-stage billing—you pay as the work progresses.

Sounds good? Tell us about your place—floor area, building year and your wish list. Within 24 h we’ll come back with an audit proposal and a draft schedule.

👉 Email contact@tommysservice.nl or fill in the form: https://www.tommysservice.nl/contact-us.

We can’t wait to turn your “before” into a spectacular “after.”