Covering Cowes
We work in Cowes (PO31) and the places around it, including Newport, Ryde and Gosport.
Because the Isle of Wight covers a wide area, we confirm availability after the first call and include any travel costs in the written quote rather than adding them later.
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 Cowes?
Extensions
- Single-storey extensions in Cowes
- Double-storey extensions in Cowes
- Side return extensions in Cowes
- Wraparound extensions in Cowes
- Kitchen extensions in Cowes
- Orangeries in Cowes
- Porches in Cowes
- Garden annexes in Cowes
Lofts and upward extensions
- Loft conversions in Cowes
- Dormer loft conversions in Cowes
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Cowes
- Mansard loft conversions in Cowes
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Cowes
Conversions
- Garage conversions in Cowes
- Basement and cellar conversions in Cowes
- House-to-flat conversions in Cowes
New builds and renovation
- New-build homes in Cowes
- Knock down and rebuild in Cowes
- House renovations in Cowes
- Structural alterations in Cowes
- Re-roofing in Cowes
Design, kitchens and bathrooms
- Architectural design and planning in Cowes
- Kitchen installation in Cowes
- Bathrooms and en-suites in Cowes
How is building work approved in Cowes?
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 Cowes?
These are UK-wide guide ranges, including VAT where it applies. The price for a project in Cowes 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 Cowes homeowners
Do you cover Cowes?
Yes. We design and build extensions, loft conversions, conversions and new homes in Cowes and across the Isle of Wight.
Do you handle the council paperwork for projects in Cowes?
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 Cowes?
For most extensions and loft conversions, yes. For whole-house renovations and rebuilds, most people move out for part of the work.