Covering Southampton
Alongside Southampton, we also cover Totton (4 miles to the west), Eastleigh and Fareham.
Homes in the South East
Many South East homes are inter-war or post-war semis and detached houses with room for rear and side extensions, while historic town centres and villages bring conservation area and listed building controls.
Which projects do we build in Southampton?
Extensions
- Single-storey extensions in Southampton
- Double-storey extensions in Southampton
- Side return extensions in Southampton
- Wraparound extensions in Southampton
- Kitchen extensions in Southampton
- Orangeries in Southampton
- Porches in Southampton
- Garden annexes in Southampton
Lofts and upward extensions
- Loft conversions in Southampton
- Dormer loft conversions in Southampton
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Southampton
- Mansard loft conversions in Southampton
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Southampton
Conversions
- Garage conversions in Southampton
- Basement and cellar conversions in Southampton
- House-to-flat conversions in Southampton
New builds and renovation
- New-build homes in Southampton
- Knock down and rebuild in Southampton
- House renovations in Southampton
- Structural alterations in Southampton
- Re-roofing in Southampton
Design, kitchens and bathrooms
- Architectural design and planning in Southampton
- Kitchen installation in Southampton
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Southampton
How is building work approved in Southampton?
Projects in England go through two separate checks. Planning (or confirmation that the work is permitted development) comes from the district, borough or unitary council, and building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control team or a registered building control approver. Where work touches a shared wall or digs near a neighbour’s foundations, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies.
What does a project cost in Southampton?
These are UK-wide guide ranges, including VAT where it applies. The price for a project in Southampton is fixed in writing once the design and specification are agreed.
| Project | Typical guide price |
|---|---|
| Single-storey extensions | £2,600 to £4,000 per m² |
| Double-storey extensions | £2,400 to £3,850 per m² |
| Kitchen extensions | £2,600 to £4,000 per m², plus the kitchen |
| Loft conversions | £30,000 to £110,000 |
| Dormer loft conversions | £50,000 to £90,000 |
| Garage conversions | £12,000 to £54,000 |
| House renovations | £600 to £2,800 per m² |
| New-build homes | £2,000 to £3,600 per m² |
Questions from Southampton homeowners
Do you cover Southampton?
Yes. We design and build extensions, loft conversions, conversions and new homes in Southampton and across Hampshire.
Do you handle the council paperwork for projects in Southampton?
Yes. We prepare drawings, deal with planning or permitted development, apply for building control approval and serve party wall notices where they apply.
Can I live at home during a project in Southampton?
For most extensions and loft conversions, yes. For whole-house renovations and rebuilds, most people move out for part of the work.