Wraparound extensions in Newtownabbey

Covering Newtownabbey

Alongside Newtownabbey, we also cover Holywood, Belfast (4 miles to the south) and Carrickfergus.

Homes in County Antrim

Across Northern Ireland you find city terraces, suburban semis and rural bungalows and farmhouses, so the right approach depends on the plot and the planning history.

What does a wraparound extension involve?

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.

Design, planning drawings and structural calculations
Steel frame or goalpost for the corner opening
Glazing, insulation, plastering and electrics

How much should I budget for a wraparound extension?

Use these ranges to budget for wraparound extensions; the survey turns them into a fixed price for the agreed specification.

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

Planning and building rules in Newtownabbey

Projects in Northern Ireland need planning clearance from one of the eleven councils and building control approval, also from the council. The Party Wall etc. Act does not extend to Northern Ireland, so work near neighbours is agreed directly and documented carefully.

In Northern Ireland permitted development is set by the Planning (General Permitted Development) Order (Northern Ireland) 2015, and small single-storey rear extensions can often go ahead without an application.

What should I think about before starting?

The corner steel connection is the critical detail and is designed by a structural engineer.
Roof water from an L-shape needs careful falls and outlets.

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.
We visit and measure. A surveyor checks the house, the boundaries and the ground, and discusses what is realistic.
Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
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.

How long does a wraparound take?

Around 12 to 18 weeks on site after approvals.

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

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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