Covering Banchory
We work in Banchory (AB31) and the places around it, including Stonehaven, Aberdeen and Inverurie.
Homes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
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
- Staircase and changes to the ground floor layout
What is the guide price for an upward extension in Banchory?
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 |
What approvals does an upward extension need in Scotland?
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?
- The staircase takes space from the ground floor plan.
- The house is exposed while the roof is off, so the sequence is planned tightly.
What are the steps?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
- 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.
Bungalow and upward extensions: common questions
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.
How long does it take?
About 12 to 24 weeks on site.
Do you work in Banchory?
Yes. Banchory is within our coverage for bungalow and upward extensions, along with nearby Stonehaven and Aberdeen.
Also covering
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Stonehaven
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Aberdeen
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Inverurie
- Bungalow and upward extensions in Montrose
Learn more about bungalow and upward extensions, or see every project we cover in Banchory.