Wraparound extensions in Kent

Covering Kent

We cover Kent, including Maidstone, Gillingham, Chatham and Tunbridge Wells, and the towns around them.

Homes in the South East

Many South East homes are inter-war or post-war semis and detached houses with room for rear and side extensions, while historic town centres and villages bring conservation area and listed building controls.

What is included in a wraparound extension in Kent?

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
Steel frame or goalpost for the corner opening
Pitched, flat or glazed roof with rooflights

What will a wraparound extension cost?

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

Wraparound extensions	Guide 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

What approvals does a wraparound 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.

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.

What can change the price or programme?

Both neighbours may need party wall notices.
Roof water from an L-shape needs careful falls and outlets.

From first call to completion

Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
Design and fixed price. You get drawings and a written price for the agreed specification before anything is ordered.
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 long does a wraparound take?

Around 12 to 18 weeks on site after approvals.

Can we keep part of the kitchen working?

Often, by sequencing the work so the old back wall comes out last. We agree a plan with you before starting.

Can you visit a house in Kent 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.

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