Wraparound extensions · Crawley

Wraparound extensions in Crawley

From the first site visit to the final building control sign-off, we manage wraparound extensions in Crawley so you only have one company to deal with.

Covering Crawley

Alongside Crawley, we also cover Horley (4 miles to the north), Horsham and East Grinstead.

Homes in the South East

The South East has a lot of 1930s and post-war semi-detached housing, well suited to rear extensions and hip-to-gable loft conversions, alongside period properties in conservation areas that need a more careful design.

What is a wraparound extension?

Because it removes two external walls, a wraparound needs careful structural design and a good plan for the corner where the steels meet. We design, apply for any permissions, build and finish the shell, and can fit the kitchen as part of the same contract.

  • Design, planning drawings and structural calculations
  • Party wall process with both neighbours if needed
  • Pitched, flat or glazed roof with rooflights

How much should I budget for a wraparound extension?

What wraparound extensions typically cost. These are guide ranges; the written quote for your house replaces them.

Wraparound extensionsGuide price incl. VAT
Standard specification£3,400 to £3,800 per m²
Good specification£3,800 to £4,250 per m²
High specification£4,250 to £4,700 per m²

Planning and building rules in Crawley

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.

In England a wraparound extension is treated as one extension, and because it covers both the side and the rear it does not normally fit within permitted development. Most need householder planning permission, which usually takes around eight weeks once validated.

What should Crawley homeowners check first?

  • The corner steel connection is the critical detail and is designed by a structural engineer.
  • Both neighbours may need party wall notices.

How does the project run?

  1. Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
  2. Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
  3. Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
  4. Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.

Wraparound extensions: common questions

How much does a wraparound extension cost?

Typically £3,400 to £4,700 per square metre including VAT. Many come in between £85,000 and £120,000 before the kitchen.

Glazed roof or solid roof?

A mix usually works best: solid roof with rooflights over the kitchen and a glazed section over the dining area.

How do I get a price for wraparound extensions in Crawley?

Use the guide price tool for a ballpark figure, then book a visit for a fixed written price for the agreed specification.

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