Covering Tamworth
Tamworth sits 33 miles south-east of Stoke-on-Trent, with Lichfield 6 miles to the north-west and Sutton Coldfield 7 miles to the south-west.
Homes in the West Midlands
The West Midlands has a large stock of 1930s semis and Victorian terraces in red brick, so matching brick and roof tiles is often the key to an extension that looks original.
What is a double-storey extension?
Two-storey work has to sit comfortably with the house and the neighbours, so most of the design effort goes into the roofline, window positions and how the new first floor connects to the landing. We handle the planning application, the structural design and the building control process, then build, roof and finish both floors.
- Structural engineer’s design and calculations
- Windows, insulation, plastering, electrics and plumbing
- Joining the new first floor to the existing landing
How much does a double-storey extension cost in Tamworth?
Typical ranges for double-storey extensions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Double-storey extensions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Standard specification | £2,400 to £2,900 per m² |
| Good specification | £2,900 to £3,400 per m² |
| High specification | £3,400 to £3,850 per m² |
What approvals does a double-storey extension need in England?
In England we deal with the council’s planning team for permission or a lawful development certificate, with building control (the council or a registered building control approver) for inspections, and with neighbours under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 where it applies.
Two-storey rear extensions can sometimes be permitted development in England (no more than 3 m deep, at least 7 m from the rear boundary, roof pitch to match), but most two-storey and all two-storey side extensions need householder planning permission.
What can change the price or programme?
- Neighbours’ light is assessed using the 45-degree guide many councils use.
- The new roof is tied into the old one, so roof tiles and ridge details need to match.
How does the project run?
- Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
- Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
- Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
- We build it. Work follows an agreed programme, with inspections at each stage and a final sign-off.
Your questions answered
How much does a two-storey extension cost?
Typically about £2,400 to £3,850 per square metre of new floor area including VAT. A 40 m² extension across two floors is often around £100,000 to £150,000 depending on specification.
Is a two-storey extension better value than a single-storey one?
Per square metre, usually yes, because the foundations and roof serve two floors of space.
Do you work in Tamworth?
Yes. Tamworth is within our coverage for double-storey extensions, along with nearby Lichfield and Sutton Coldfield.
Double-storey extensions in nearby towns
- Double-storey extensions in Lichfield
- Double-storey extensions in Sutton Coldfield
- Double-storey extensions in Aldridge
- Double-storey extensions in Burntwood
Learn more about double-storey extensions, or see every project we cover in Tamworth.