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Ground floor House Extension in South Ockendon

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Single storey extensions are a great way to add space and value to your property. A single storey extension can be quite cost effective and they are suitable for a multitude of houses. Smaller sized single storey home extensions can be built without having to make an application for planning permission because they are covered under permitted development rights. Large single storey extensions will still need planning permission. Single storey home extensions can also frequently be placed to either the side or back of a property. Single storey home extensions can be used to expand kitchen areas or to put in a downstairs study or utility room.

 

Additionally, they are often used to create a larger open plan area in the downstairs of the house that might be used as a kitchen diner or living area. Adding roof lamps and bifold doors to your home extension will create a big airy space that creates a seamless transition into the garden. While single storey home extensions may appear simpler than other varieties of extension, careful planning continues to be essential to ensure that the new space is practical and beautiful. Qualified architects and building contractors will be able to give you advice on the most effective design for your home extension, considering the requirements of the new space as well as the best way to complement the existing building. Your single storey home extension could be made to accentuate your existing property and employ similar materials for its construction or be made to contrast, giving a striking effect by using different materials.

 

Elements that impact Single Storey Extension Costs

There are a couple of variables to remember when you are setting your budget. The primary aspects that influence the price of a single storey extension are the dimension as well as the finish. Yet there are various other factors that it is worth remembering while you are making your plans.

Pricy Groundworks Needed

If it is tough to dig the structures and lay the ground for your extension, after that this can enhance the cost of your extensions. This may be the instance if the ground is hard to work with. Debris in the ground can likewise elevate the prices.

  • Quality of Fixtures and Fitting
    After the dimension of the extension, the following largest factor is the grade of the coating. Picking premium alternatives can lead to the last cost being more than dual what it would be when selecting the fundamental choices.
  • Dimension of Extension
    When you are obtaining an extension on your residence, the single greatest variable that will certainly affect the price of your extension is the size of it. The larger the extension is, the extra you will certainly end up paying. If the location inside the extension is easy, without any internal walls, after that this will certainly decrease the cost per m2 somewhat. Nonetheless, despite this in mind. The larger the location of your extension, the more you pay.
  • Kind of Extension
    The type of extension you pick will go a long way in the direction of dictating exactly how huge your extension will certainly be. Side return extensions develop the smallest extra area so are typically the most affordable choice, while a wraparound cooking area extension will create one of the most area and also have one of the most expensive fittings and also fixtures.
  • Building Regulations
    In most cases, developing regulations don't add a great deal of price to a building project. Nevertheless, if you are developing an extension onto an older house, there might be some unanticipated costs. This is specifically real if the house has not recently been updated. Structure regulations will apply to your whole home, not simply the extension. This can bring about the need for electrics to be checked out or door replaced.

 

Kitchen Extensions:

Kitchen extensions largely come under the realms of ground storey extensions, although all type of home extensions could be utilized to integrate added room for a kitchen.

As an approximate guide, a single storey extension will certainly set you back from ₤ 1,000 - ₤ 2,000/ m2, with a basic construct at the reduced end of the scale and also an outstanding construct high quality at the higher end at a variety, with costs of ₤ 2,500/ m2 plus.

 

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Average Single storey house extension cost in South Ockendon

The typical cost of Single storey house extension is £29000. Costs alter based on the materials and the firm selected. The upper price range can be as high as £34800. The material costs are in general around £12000

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Single storey house extension installation cost in South Ockendon 2025

Labour cost £14,000
Material cost £12,000
Waste removal £3,000
Time frame: 8-12 weeks

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South Ockendon

South Ockendon is a small town and Church of England parish in the Thurrock district and also unitary district in Essex in the East of England, United Kingdom. It is located on the boundary with Greater London, just outside the M25 motorway. The location to the north is North Ockendon. South Ockendon village became a location for premade houses (prefabs) fitting bombed-out locals of East London/West Essex in the really late 40s. Much of the initial post-war building and construction was embarked on by previous German prisoners of war. The majority of these were knocked down in the late-1960s when a large Greater London Council estate, Lecaplan "concrete" building and construction residences-- the Flowers' Estate-- was built to change them, once more with pre-fabricated houses, albeit of a superior design. The Lecaplan Type B kind of pre-cast concrete (huge panel concrete) terrace is built in rows of 8 residential or commercial properties to a design by J C Tilley as well as made by W. & C. French. In the 1970s the Ford Motor Company factory at Aveley housed Ford's Advanced Vehicle Operations which constructed autos such as the RS1600. The plant was relaxed slowly from the late 90's however shut totally in 2004, when the last 150 work were lost. Most of the 150 workers approved transfers to other Ford or secondary sites around Essex. The 'Aveley' plant was located along as well as west of the railway line, beside Ockendon station in the Belhus Ward that part of Ockendon has currently been developed into brand-new real estate estates, with road names after renowned Ford vehicles in maintaining with the sites history.

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FAQs

how much does a kitchen extension cost?

Being the most used room in a house, it’s little surprise kitchen extension are usually one of the most popular requests in the UK. They do not only open up a frequently used space in your home, but also goes a long way to add value to your property. However, to know the value that’ll added you must first determine the cost of building such an extension before moving forward. Generally, a typical kitchen extension will cost within the range of £20,000 to about £50,000 plus VAT, based on the size of your project as well as your location.

In reality, a single accurate cost of a kitchen extension will vary depending on a lot of influencing factors, one of which is the type of the extension. Let’s take a look!

✓ Rear extension. You may want to consider this type, if you do not have sufficient space for a side return. This will extend your kitchen into your garden which implies that you’re going to give up some green space to make this a reality. The average price to have this done in London will be about £30,000 or more including VAT, and about £20,000 plus VAT or more in other areas.

✓ Side return extension. This, normally, isn’t a huge add to your property, but will create a lot of space for your kitchen while also be a lot reasonable in terms of cost. This type will extend your home into an alleyway at the side of your property if any is available there. On average, the cost of the side return extension should be about £50,000 plus VAT in London and a lot less in the other regions.

how much does a kitchen diner extension cost?

If you’re planning to construct a kitchen diner extension, to help you set a budget and start planning you must first have a cost estimate that’ll complete the entire project. If not, there’s a probability that you may have to spend more than would have been necessary or probably break the bank to have the project done. In truth, there’s no single and short answer to this question as the cost of a kitchen diner is largely dependent of several variables. In this article, we’re going to give a good insight into kitchen diner extension cost so as to help you make informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

On the average, a kitchen diner extension will cost within the range of £25,000 to about £45,000, however if you happen to reside in London, you can expect the cost to be a lot more than that - closer to £60,000. And due to the fact that there happens to be a plethora of options out there, any decision to make be it on the size, tradesman, flooring, finishes or type of the kitchen diner extension, will have a considerable impact on the overall cost of the project. For instance, a basic kitchen diner extension cost can be within the range of £12,000 to about £15,000., while a high end kitchen diner extension can reach a whooping price between £80,000 to about £100,000.

The total cost of your kitchen diner project will rely heavily of the size as well as the quality of the finishes. For example, a kitchen diner extension that’s small and basic is likely to cost about £1,300 to £1,500 per square metre. However, if you’re going for higher quality finishes, you can expect to pay within the range of £1,900 to about £3,000 per square metre.

does a kitchen extension add value to your house?

If you’re planning to add a kitchen extension to your property or perhaps you’re simply looking for ways to increase the value of your property, this is one of the common questions that usually pops up. A simple answer to this question is yes, a kitchen extension will add value to your house. With a kitchen being one of the most frequently used room in a house, adding an extra space to the commonly used room can only increase the value of the entire property. However, to determine the value added by such an extension, there’s a need to calculate the cost of setting one up first.

Kitchen extension costs are greatly influenced by a wide range of variables such as the size, type of the extension and specifications, your location, professional fees, materials used and more. Overall, the type of the extension you opt for will play the most significant role in the determination of your kitchen extension cost. Here, we’ll be looking at a single storey kitchen extension.

For a single storey kitchen extension, you can expect your home’s market value to increase within the range of 5 percent to about 10 percent. When trying to calculate the cost of kitchen extension, it’s crucial to take into account how much value it’ll add to your home so as to make sure that the amount expended will not outweigh the expected value to be added by the project.

For a more accurate idea, there’s the need to consult local estate agents. However, for a much needed guideline, single storey kitchen extensions are usually able to add about 5 to 10 percent to a home’s value, while double storey extension should be up to 20 percent. But as stated earlier, this will depend on several variables.

does a single storey extension add value to your house?

Does A Single Storey Extension Add Value To Your House?

When you’re looking to construct a single storey extension or perhaps you’re just searching for means to increase the value of your property, this question always pops up. The short and simple answer to this question is a resounding yes, a single storey extension can go a long way to increase the value of your property. Just like any other home improvement, when done right, adding a little extra living space is one of the top things you can probably think of that’ll provide a cool increase in your property’s value. However, before you rush in you must also take note of some factors so you can be certain a single storey extension is the right option for you. These factors include the quality of the build, complexity of the build, cost of the build versus the value gain, ceiling price in the area, finance costs as well as the inconveniences and stress.

Generally, the average cost of a single storey extension can range from £34,000 to £37,000. For this price, you should get a standard sized rear or side extension which also includes the cost of a kitchen - it’s the most commonly use for a single story extension especially in the UK. So it’s important to know the value they’ll add to your house before deciding to make such an investment.

The value added to your property will depend largely on the quality and size of your single storey extension. The value is usually calculated by estate agents using the number of bedrooms, bathrooms as well as the floor area. Inside London, it’ll typically be priced at £5,000 to £10,000 per square metre, while outside London should be within the range of £900 to £2,000 per square metre.

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