For my self build conversion, can I claim back 20% VAT on materials and 5% VAT on services?

23 July 2026
by Sally Keen

Hi, we are near completing our self build conversion. Is it correct that we can claim 20% back on materials and the 5% we have paid where contractors have supplied materials and labour? HMRC website is a bit confusing.

One Answer

  1. Elinor Davies says:

    Hi Sally,

    Thanks for your question, hopefully this article all about VAT reclaims can help – https://www.self-build.co.uk/our-guide-claiming-back-vat-self-build/

    All the best,
    Elinor, Build It magazine

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