Covering Auchterarder
Auchterarder sits 13 miles south-west of Perth, with Crieff 7 miles to the north-west and Dunblane 12 miles to the south-west.
Homes in Perth and Kinross
In Scotland many families extend bungalows and semis, while tenement flats bring shared ownership of roofs and walls that needs agreeing early.
What goes into an upward extension?
An upward extension adds a new storey on top of an existing house, most often turning a bungalow into a two-storey or chalet-style home. It can double the floor area without using any of the garden.
- Building warrant application and completion certificate
- Roof removal and temporary weather protection
- Full fit-out of the new rooms
What is the guide price for an upward extension in Auchterarder?
Typical ranges for bungalow and upward extensions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Bungalow and upward extensions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Chalet conversion with dormers (total) | £45,000 to £85,000 |
| New first floor, standard specification | £2,200 to £2,800 per m² |
| New first floor, good specification | £2,800 to £3,300 per m² |
| New first floor, high specification | £3,300 to £3,800 per m² |
Planning and building rules in Auchterarder
Scottish projects follow a different process from England: the council issues a building warrant before work starts and accepts a completion certificate at the end, alongside any planning permission needed. We prepare both applications.
Adding a storey in Scotland needs planning permission and a building warrant.
What can affect an upward extension?
- Some bungalow foundations need strengthening before a storey can be added.
- The staircase takes space from the ground floor plan.
What are the steps?
- Send us the details. Give us a postcode, a rough idea of size and some photos, by phone, form or the guide price tool.
- We visit and measure. A surveyor checks the house, the boundaries and the ground, and discusses what is realistic.
- Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
- Construction and completion. One site lead co-ordinates every trade through to the building control certificate.
Your questions answered
Can I add a first floor to my bungalow?
Often yes, if the walls and foundations can carry the load and planning allows. We check the structure first.
Do we need to move out?
Often for part of the job, while the roof is off and the new floor is formed. We plan this with you.
Can you visit a house in Auchterarder to quote?
Yes. After a short call we arrange a site visit to measure up and agree what the design needs to do, then send a written price.
Bungalow and upward extensions in nearby towns
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Crieff
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Dunblane
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Perth
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Kinross
Learn more about bungalow and upward extensions, or see every project we cover in Auchterarder.