Professional House Extensions in Essex
Is your home too small, but you have plenty of unused space outside?
We have the perfect solution for you to extend your extra living space. Extending your Essex based home will provide you with additional living space whilst adding value to your property. Over the years we have provided and built all types of extensions from wrap around to double-storey and many more.
Wanting to Upgrade your Existing Property in Essex?
Home extensions have become highly popular in the Essex area as they allow for the home to be extended without having to move, and with many successful projects under our belts we have become one of the leading companies in the Essex area. With years of combined industry experience and we ensure all building extension work is carried out to the highest possible standards. From planning to the finished product, our builders will work closely with you throughout the project to ensure all your requirements are met and the project stays on time and budget.
We understand the clientele who live in Essex and can work to a high specification, quality finishes and are able to work with all types of builds, including renovating listed buildings. Let our team help you extend your property today.
Essex House Extensions
As extension builders in Essex, you can trust that when you are searching for home extension builders near me or local builders near me, we have all of your needs covered. What’s more, our dedicated team of professionals and housebuilders will take great pride in the services that we offer, and the passion for what we do shows in every project that we complete.
The team at Judges Building Services pride itself on the high level of service that all of our clients receive, and we promise to go the extra mile for all of our customers to ensure you are completely satisfied. When you choose Judges Building Services for your property extension requirements you rest assured that your project will be in the hands of the experts. Essex is known for being an up and coming artistic area, we are able to provide pristine finishes on all of our developments. There’s a range of different house extensions that you can choose from when you are looking to extend your property, and whether you are looking to create extra space for your growing family, or simply want to add value to your property, you can rest assured that we have your needs covered.
Types of Building Extensions
The different types of extension you can have completed at your property by our house builders in Essex include:
Loft Conversions
Extend your property by making use and converting the space that you already have.
Conservatories and Orangeries
A simple structure that can create the ultimate living space for you to enjoy natural light and the outdoors at your property.
Single Story Extension
Built onto a part of the house where one or more sides of the new extensions are attached to the property.
Rear Extension
– these can include internal property alterations with the opportunity, adding significant value to your property.
Side Return Extension
Attached to the side of the house, these can be used to house garages, dining rooms, and downstairs bedrooms.
Two Storey Extension
Added to any side of your home, they are perfect for adding a bedroom and bathroom upstairs with a usable room downstairs.
Garage Conversions
Garage conversion perfect for a new home office, a playroom, a utility room, and much more. The possibilities are endless.
Kitchen Extension
Popular kitchen extensions include High Gloss, Island Based Kitchens, Galley Kitchens and In-wall Straight Kitchens.
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From single-storey extensions to over-structure extensions and much more,we have all yourbuilding extension needs covered.
Types of Brick Extensions
With loft conversions, our design choices are often constrained by the parameters of the roof and the type of materials we must use to match. The advantage of brick extensions and house extensions is that you can start with a ‘blank page’ design of almost limitless freedom of expression. There are a plethora of different kinds of roof, glazing, door and cladding options available and that’s just what’s on the outside. Whether you are intent on a grand kitchen/dining area, an expanded lounge or even something unusual like an interior swimming pool, our Essex house builders can deliver an extension to your home which will give you superb options by which to enhance your living arrangements. Our team can even help design and develop your dream coastal home. We are fortunate to have access to main road transport links from the centre out to the coast such as the A12 and A130, meaning we can move from client to client seamlessly. If you are looking for more information or advice on house extensions in Essex, be sure to get in touch with our team today.
Single storey extensions are one of the most popular types of extensions available. These increase the size of the downstairs space, giving you additional rooms for entertaining or dining. Smaller single-storey extensions can fall within permitted development, however, those that give you a vast increase in space will require planning permission from the local authority.
Multi-storey extensions give you both additional room upstairs and downstairs. The majority of multi-storey extensions are built to the side or rear of the property, as they have less of an impact on the local area aesthetic.
Wraparound extensions are exactly what they say on the tin and will wrap around the perimeter of your home. These types of extensions will typically extend the space to the side and rear of your home and are most commonly single-story, however, you can also get multi-storey wraparound extensions.
An over-structure extension is an extension over an existing single-storey structure such as a previous extension or garage. This type of extension is typically much easier to get approved as you are simply expanding the space above an existing area.
Some properties already have a basement and it could be an untapped area in your home. However, it is also possible to add a basement to a property without one, however, the work can be much more extensive. If you don’t currently have a basement, then you could consider increasing the space my going up into your loft instead.
A conversion of the loft space is one of the most common types of extensions available. They prove to be a cost-effective way to expand the home and you won’t lose any garden space either.
An extension doesn’t always have to be attached to your home, and you could expand the space available by converting or building and outhouse or barn. These will give you a minute property on your land that could you use from anything from office space to short term let.
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If you’re interested in any of the services we offer or would like a free no obligation quote, then be sure to contact us today. One of our team is always on hand to assist.
How Much Can You Extend A House?
If you are looking for home renovation in Essex, you may wonder what type of extensions you can have without planning permission. The range of extension rules that must be adhered to can be complicated, but for extensions, without planning permission, you have to meet a specific set of criteria. If you find yourself searching ‘can I extend my house?’, why not give our team a call? Having specialised in extensions across Essex for several years, we understand the extension rules.
Such as, if you own a terraced or semi-detached property under the new permitted development (PD), homeowners can build a single-storey rear extension that is no more than a 6m extension; if you own a detached house, this is 8m. Contact our team today if you need help understanding the rules and regulations surrounding extensions in Essex. We are always more than happy to help.
Why Choose Us For Property Extensions in Essex?
Over the years we have undertaken a number of building projects in Essex, as house extension and property extension specialists we have years of experience in the construction industry, therefore, we have all of the skills needed to oversee the project from start to finish. We have many happy customers and have listened to their feedback, we believe some of the reasons you should choose our house builders are:
- We can build any type of home extension
- A wealth of industry knowledge and experience
- A dedicated team of building extension specialists
- Free quoted for any home extension work
- We cover the whole of Essex and the surrounding areas
Permitted Development Vs. Planning Permission - What's the Difference?
The majority of both loft conversions and ground floor extensions can be achieved without passage through Planning Permission, where the local authority has the option either to deny an application or demand certain amendments to the design. This is because the law grants an automatic entitlement to extend your home, called Permitted Development, in which you can add an additional 40 cubic meters to your home (in the case of terraced properties) or an additional 50 cubic meters. (in the case of either semi-detached or detached properties)
Most people prefer to go through Permitted Development because you are essentially informing the local authority of your intention to proceed rather than actually applying. The process is therefore certain in its outcome and much faster and easier to progress than Planning Permission. However, to go through Permitted Development, there will be some limitations to your design, which we will have to observe. To push the design specification beyond the limits imposed by Permitted Development will require a Planning Permission application. Throughout Essex, we are able to help you get your loft and ground floor extensions underway, if you are looking to do a bigger development we can walk you through how to apply for Planning Permission.
For Home Extensions in Essex Contact Judges Building Services
If you’re based in Essex or any of the surrounding areas and are interested in a house or building extension for your property, then be sure to get in touch with us today. We have years of combined industry experience and are well-known across the local area for the service we offer.
From single-storey extensions to over structure extensions and much more, we have all your building extension needs covered. We have worked across Essex for many years and know the best type of property extensions for each individual home. Should you require more information or if you’d like a free no-obligation quote, from our builders, contact one of our team today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
An extension is an increase in the upstairs or downstairs space of a property. There are many different types of extension you can choose from, some of which fall within permitted development, whereas others will require planning permission.
The cost of the extension will depend on its size, the finish you choose and how much work is involved. We provide some of the best quotes for property extensions and will ensure you are given a fair and competitive price.
This entirely depends on where you are based and the size of the extension. When carrying out the initial assessment of your property, we’ll give you advice on the permission you might need and can support you through the planning application process.
The length of time it takes to build an extension can range anywhere between 3-6 months. These fluctuations in time frame can depend on a number of factors such as the size of the extension, if planning is needed and the work involved. When you choose us we’ll give you an estimated time frame for completion and will inform you if any delays are expected.
If you’re interested in having an extension built, then all you need to do is get in touch with us via phone or email. When contacted by email or through our contact form, we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, give us a call today and we’ll do our best to assist you right there and then.
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