What kind of homes are in London?
Much of London’s housing is Victorian and Edwardian terraces, which is why side return extensions, rear dormers and mansards are so common. Many streets are in conservation areas, and several boroughs use Article 4 directions that remove some permitted development rights.
How are projects approved in London?
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.
Which towns in London do we cover?
- Acton
- Archway
- Barking
- Barnes
- Barnet
- Battersea
- Beckenham
- Becontree
- Bexley
- Blackheath
- Bow
- Brent
- Brixton
- Camden Town
- Canning Town
- Carshalton
- Catford
- Chelsea
- Chingford
- Chiswick
- Coulsdon
- Cricklewood
- Croydon
- Dagenham
- Edmonton
- Eltham
- Enfield
- Feltham
- Finchley
- Fulham
- Greenford
- Greenwich
- Hanworth
- Harrow
- Hayes
- Heston
- Highbury
- Holloway
- Hornchurch
- Hounslow
- Ilford
- Isleworth
- Islington
- Kilburn
- Leytonstone
- Mitcham
- Morden
- Muswell Hill
- New Malden
- Northolt
- Notting Hill
- Peckham
- Purley
- Putney
- Richmond
- Romford
- Ruislip
- Shepherd's Bush
- South Croydon
- Southall
- Stamford Hill
- Stratford
- Streatham
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Thamesmead
- Tottenham
- Uxbridge
- Walthamstow
- Welling
- Wembley
- Willesden
- Wimbledon
- Wood Green
- Woodford Green
What can we build in London?
Extensions
- Single-storey extensions in London
- Double-storey extensions in London
- Side return extensions in London
- Wraparound extensions in London
- Kitchen extensions in London
- Orangeries in London
- Porches in London
- Garden annexes in London
Lofts and upward extensions
- Loft conversions in London
- Dormer loft conversions in London
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in London
- Mansard loft conversions in London
- Bungalow and upward extensions in London
Conversions
- Garage conversions in London
- Basement and cellar conversions in London
- House-to-flat conversions in London
New builds and renovation
- New-build homes in London
- Knock down and rebuild in London
- House renovations in London
- Structural alterations in London
- Re-roofing in London
Design, kitchens and bathrooms
- Architectural design and planning in London
- Kitchen installation in London
- Bathrooms and en-suites in London
Questions about building work in London
Which parts of London do you cover?
We take on projects across London, including Brent, Islington, Bexley, Barking and Archway.
How do I get a quote in London?
Use the guide price tool or the form, or call 0800 088 6341. We then arrange a free site visit to look at the house and talk through options.
Do you handle the council paperwork in London?
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?
For most extensions and loft conversions, yes. For whole-house renovations and rebuilds, most people move out for part of the work.