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House extension includes a wide range of benefits which makes it easy to see why the extension could be a wonderful uptick in the potential cost of your residential or commercial property in terms of sales. So if you're seeking to build a new house extension but still not persuaded concerning the task, we're right here to help you. Being fully conscious any kind of house construction job is typically a heavy investment, there's a big requirement to be set on your decision before scheduling the commencement of any work. So are house extensions worth it? Below are several of the leading benefits provided by house extensions to help you choose if it's one of the most suitable path for you.

 

What's Associated with Including an Extension?

The steps will vary depending upon the scope of your extension, however you can expect some, otherwise all, of the below to be involved when including an expansion to your house:

 

  1. Acquiring Building Regulations or Planning Permission (if required as the extension is larger than permitted development).
  2. Checking your leasehold agreement (if relevant) to ensure you can do what you wish to do.
  3. Hiring an architect  to draw up the plans, considering your expected usage ( cooking area, restroom, study).
  4. Hiring a competent builder with experience of larger projects.
  5. Calling your insurance provider to allow them understand of the prepared work ahead of it starting.
  6. Getting vehicle parking permits if required for your contractors to guarantee they have very easy accessibility to your house.
  7. Ensuring all planned job drops within allowed allowables.
  8. Clearing up the area and also excavating if required, including the elimination of trees.
  9. Building job can begin.

 

What is the cost of a house extension in city?

If you're thinking about including a two storey house extension, then establishing a budget for this project would certainly be a fantastic means to start. Comparable to a back extension, a 2 floor extension typically leaves the remainder of the structure requiring some job and, because of its dimension, this may suggest the re-development of the whole house - which is why they can be extremely expensive. Several of the various other affecting factors that can have large effect on a two floor house extension expense consists of: your location, the dimension of the construct, complexity of the style (anything past the typical build will generally need even more expertise and time), the glazing to be integrated (the a lot more the glass made use of in the task, the much more the material cost), in addition to the team made use of.

Average House extensions cost in Essex

The regular cost of House extensions are £53,000 in Essex. Costs vary based upon the materials and the company picked. The upper price range can be as high as £75,600. The material costs are in most cases around£10,500.

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Prices based on actual House extensions costs for Essex, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

House extensions installation cost in Essex 2025

Labour cost £27,000
Material cost £10,500
Waste removal £2,500
Time frame: 10-14 weeks

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Requests for House extensions quotations in East Of England in January 2025. 18% change from December 2024.

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House extensions searches in cities and towns near Essex January 2025

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Essex

Essex is located to the north east of London and it's the 6th most populated district in the UK with more than 1.7 million residents. It borders a number of counties including Kent and Suffolk, whilst the River Thames is to the south. Despite its significant population the county has a relatively low population density of just 1,230 people per square miles. Many of the much larger towns in the county include Chelmsford, Southend and Colchester. For all those thinking about house improvements in Essex be sure to work with vetted and reputable trade professionals to ensure quality.

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Jassi Builders LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in Hayes, UB4 9YD

Hi Jassi Builders LTD here, I am a specialist in planning, designing and building control services. I make sure that I have completed all my work on perfect time and leave customers in complete satisfaction. We do all types of loft conversions, exten...

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Julian F., HP2
25th February 2022
4

House Extensions in Hemel Hempstead

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Dream the Build

19 review(s)
Based: in London, EC1V 2NX

DREAM the Build. Ltd ' Constructing your Vision Making home development exciting, fun and asset building experience , future proofing household & investors Who we are ? Starting fresh in a new country is never easy, but what we did Catal...

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Patricia Z., SE21
3rd August 2024
5

House Extensions in London

Great consultation by Catalin Spent a lot of time with us understanding the project and various options.

Nicholas James Construction

7 review(s)
Based: in Bromley, BR1 3AX

From past fifteen years we have been established as the finest building and construction service provider to clients in Bromley and its surrounding areas.

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Jagdish K., HA3
4th October 2016
5

House Extensions in Harrow

Absolutely pleasant appointment. Very patient and polite, listened carefully to detail and more of my background and his...

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FAQs

What types of extension are there?

There are many different types of extension. For example, you could install an orangery, flat or pitched roof extension, over-structure extension, single or double storey extension or a glass box extension. Which one of these is most suitable will depend on your existing property.

Can an extension add value to my home?

Yes. Most extensions will add substantial value to your home, and you may find that the extension adds more value than it cost. However, it’s important to be sure that the home remains balanced. Extending your garage and leaving your property with no parking spaces, for example, may impact your ability to sell.

Should I use concrete or timber footings?

For 2 metre solid fences it’s recommended to use concrete posts to support each panel. For smaller 1 metre fences or for picket fences with gaps between each timber piece you can use timber posts. A fencing contractor will be able to advise you on the best materials from the length and requirements of a new fence.

Do I need my neighbours’ permission for an extension?

Well the reality is, sometimes, neighbours just don’t get along. With several individuals living in close proximity, it’s little surprise they tend to get on one another’s nerves from time to time. However, there’s a difference between having a tiff and being able to transform your house the way you want without having to obtain your neighbour’s approval.

The short and simple answer to this question is, not necessarily. However, you must first educate yourself by thinking about your extension and how it affects the houses around you. We’d strongly recommend you talk proposals through with your neighbour so as to avoid possible conflicts later. There are a number of reasons why your neighbour can protest to your new home extension plans. Let’s take a look!

 

  • In the event whereby your new extension is blocking their view or providing an unwanted shade on their property. Here, they have a legitimate reason to protest as no one would want their once sunny garden suddenly covered or plummet into shade.
  • In the event where it leads to a loss of privacy. For instance, if your new extension possesses a window which overlooks the neighbour’s property in any way. This is likely to be taken as an invasion of privacy and that has a little to no chance of being a welcomed idea.
  • If it’s a major project and going to take a lot of weeks before completion. The noise generated, especially when your neighbours are enjoying your summer holidays or weekends, can make their gardens not as relaxing as it used to be.
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