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Extensions built to maximise your space, preferences and budget.
Plumbing, electrical work and finishing trades managed as one project.
A clear route from the first discussion through to completion.
Practical material choices and attention to reducing avoidable waste.
Tell us what you have in mind and where the property is. Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring the options, we can discuss the work involved and the next steps.
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The cost depends on more than the size of the extension. Ground conditions, access, structural alterations, drainage and your choice of finishes can all affect the budget. Check whether your quote includes glazing, electrics, heating, plastering and decoration, alongside the main building work. It should also clearly identify VAT, exclusions and any allowances for items you have yet to choose. Agreeing the scope before work starts makes quotes easier to compare and helps reduce unexpected costs.
Some house extensions can be built under permitted development rights, provided they meet specific limits and conditions. Others require a planning application, depending on the design, location and property’s planning history. Certain larger rear extensions require prior approval even under permitted development. Building regulations approval is a separate requirement and is normally needed for a house extension. Confirm which approvals apply to your property before starting work.
The building work is only part of the timetable. You also need to allow time for surveys, drawings, structural design, any necessary approvals and ordering materials. Once construction begins, the programme depends on the extension’s size and complexity, site conditions and how much of the existing house needs altering. Ask for a schedule that separates preparation from construction and explains when key rooms will be affected. Choosing kitchens, windows and finishes early helps avoid delays.
Often, yes, particularly if the new structure can be built before opening it into the existing house. The main consideration is whether you can retain safe access, a usable bathroom and somewhere to prepare food. Expect noise, dust and some interruptions to services. Structural openings and kitchen alterations can be especially disruptive, so a short period away may be sensible. Discuss these stages before work starts so you can plan around family life and working from home.