Single Storey Extension

Perfect for creating extra living space such as a larger kitchen, open-plan lounge, or a ground-floor bathroom without altering the upstairs layout.

 

Double Storey Extension

Ideal for growing families, this option adds space to both floors—great for adding bedrooms upstairs and expanding living areas below.

 

Wrap Around Extension

A combination of side and rear extensions, this is perfect for transforming the entire ground floor into a spacious, open-plan living area.

 

Side Return Extension

Great for terraced or semi-detached homes, this makes use of the often-unused alley space at the side to widen kitchens or dining areas.

 

Rear Extension

A popular choice for extending kitchens or creating open-plan dining/living spaces that open out onto the garden.

 

Orangery

A stylish and light-filled addition, ideal for use as a sitting room, dining area, or elegant home office with a more solid feel than a conservatory.

 

Glass Conservatory

Best for those wanting a bright, garden-facing room—perfect as a sunroom, playroom, or peaceful retreat with panoramic views.

 

Garage Conversion

A cost-effective way to gain extra living space—great for home offices, gyms, utility rooms, or even a guest bedroom.

 

 

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First Floor Extensions

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Any single storey development that has a tiled roof, solid roof or flat roof system is always an extension and subject to full building regulations inspection and certification.  Additionally, a glass roofed 'conservatory' or 'orangery' will also become an extension for the purposes of building regulations if you remove the thermal break between the conservatory build and the original house.

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Getting building regulation certification retrospectively after the build is complete can be a problem if the build is not compliant with regulations.  Relying on regularisation or an insurance indemnity policy when you come to sell is also a high-risk strategy. If the local council inspector takes the view that it is not fit for regularisation or should not have evaded regulation from the outset you would be barred from taking out an indemnity insurance later at the point of sale.  If your potential house buyer, their mortgage surveyor, or conveyancing solicitor raises the lack of building regulations certification as an issue you hand the power to renegotiate the house price back to them as they can refuse to accept an indemnity insurance. They could of course simply pull out.

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If in any doubt about the grey areas within the building regulations requirements our advice is that the regulations should be put in place from the start.