Covering Bath
Bath is about 41 miles north-east of Taunton. We also cover Trowbridge (8 miles to the south-east), Kingswood and Corsham.
Homes in the South West
In the South West, matching local stone, render or slate is often the main design question, and conservation areas and listed buildings are common in historic towns.
What goes into a garage conversion?
A garage conversion turns an attached, integral or detached garage into a habitable room by infilling the door opening, insulating the floor, walls and roof, and adding windows, heating and power. It is one of the quickest and cheapest ways to add a room.
- Planning check (some estates remove permitted development rights)
- Insulated floor, walls and ceiling
- Heating, electrics and data points
How much does a garage conversion cost in Bath?
Indicative costs for garage conversions. London and the South East usually sit towards the top of each range.
| Garage conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Single integral garage | £12,000 to £17,000 |
| Single attached garage | £12,000 to £24,000 |
| Single detached garage | £18,000 to £30,000 |
| Double garage | £25,000 to £54,000 |
Planning and building rules in Bath
English projects need planning clearance from the local council, building regulations sign-off from building control, and party wall notices where the work is on or near a shared boundary. We prepare and manage all three.
An internal garage conversion is usually permitted development in England unless the house is listed, an Article 4 direction applies, or it is on an estate where the planning permission removed permitted development rights. We check the original permission for your house.
What should I think about before starting?
- The garage floor is often lower than the house and needs raising.
- A bedroom needs an escape window or a protected route out.
From first call to completion
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- 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.
- Construction and completion. One site lead co-ordinates every trade through to the building control certificate.
Questions about a garage conversion in Bath
How long does a garage conversion take?
About 2 to 5 weeks on site.
Does it need building regulations approval?
Yes, because it becomes a habitable room.
Who deals with the council for a project in Bath?
We do. We prepare the drawings, submit planning or permitted development paperwork if needed, and arrange building control inspections.
Other towns nearby
- Garage conversions in Trowbridge
- Garage conversions in Kingswood
- Garage conversions in Corsham
- Garage conversions in Frome
Learn more about garage conversions, or see every project we cover in Bath.