Covering Watford
We work in Watford (WD1, WD17, WD18) and the places around it, including Bushey, Rickmansworth and Borehamwood.
Homes in the East of England
The East of England has a large stock of post-war and modern estate housing alongside period homes in market towns, which makes garage conversions, single-storey extensions and loft conversions popular.
Which projects do we build in Watford?
Extensions
- Single-storey extensions in Watford
- Double-storey extensions in Watford
- Side return extensions in Watford
- Wraparound extensions in Watford
- Kitchen extensions in Watford
- Orangeries in Watford
- Porches in Watford
- Garden annexes in Watford
Lofts and upward extensions
- Loft conversions in Watford
- Dormer loft conversions in Watford
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Watford
- Mansard loft conversions in Watford
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Watford
Conversions
- Garage conversions in Watford
- Basement and cellar conversions in Watford
- House-to-flat conversions in Watford
New builds and renovation
- New-build homes in Watford
- Knock down and rebuild in Watford
- House renovations in Watford
- Structural alterations in Watford
- Re-roofing in Watford
Design, kitchens and bathrooms
- Architectural design and planning in Watford
- Kitchen installation in Watford
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Watford
How is building work approved in Watford?
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 Watford?
These are UK-wide guide ranges, including VAT where it applies. The price for a project in Watford 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 Watford homeowners
Do you cover Watford?
Yes. We design and build extensions, loft conversions, conversions and new homes in Watford and across Hertfordshire.
Do you handle the council paperwork for projects in Watford?
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 Watford?
For most extensions and loft conversions, yes. For whole-house renovations and rebuilds, most people move out for part of the work.