Wraparound extensions in Leamington Spa

Covering Leamington Spa

Leamington Spa sits 17 miles south of Nuneaton, with Warwick 3 miles to the west and Kenilworth 5 miles to the north-west.

Homes in the West Midlands

Across the West Midlands, terraced and semi-detached houses in red brick are typical, along with post-war estates where garage conversions and side extensions are popular.

What do you get with a wraparound extension?

A wraparound extension combines a side return and a rear extension into one L-shaped build, giving the biggest possible ground-floor space on terraced and semi-detached houses. It usually creates a large open-plan kitchen, dining and living area across the back of the house.

Party wall process with both neighbours if needed
Pitched, flat or glazed roof with rooflights
Glazing, insulation, plastering and electrics

What is the guide price for a wraparound extension in Leamington Spa?

Typical ranges for wraparound extensions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.

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?

Projects in England go through two separate checks. Planning (or confirmation that the work is permitted development) comes from the district, borough or unitary council, and building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control team or a registered building control approver. Where work touches a shared wall or digs near a neighbour’s foundations, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 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. Most need householder planning permission, which usually takes around eight weeks once validated.

What can change the price or programme?

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?

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.
Design and fixed price. You get drawings and a written price for the agreed specification before anything is ordered.
We build it. Work follows an agreed programme, with inspections at each stage and a final sign-off.

Your questions answered

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.

Do you work in Leamington Spa?

Yes. Leamington Spa is within our coverage for wraparound extensions, along with nearby Warwick and Kenilworth.

Wraparound extensions near Leamington Spa

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