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The Definitive Guide to:
How much a House Extension costs in 2019

21 September 2018
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AUTHOR
Eugene Kim

“How much
will a
kitchen
extension
cost me?”

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Introduction

In this article we give guidance regarding the current cost indications for an extension.

 

Contents

1 Rule of Thumb 2 Cost Indicator 3 Cost Guide with Case Studies 4 Conclusion 5 Contact Us 6 Glossary as Footnote 7 Other Viewing

 

1 as a rule of thumb


This year you would be looking at about:

 

London:

rest of UK:

£1,550 – £2,100 per m2

£1,250 – £1,600 per m2

 

 

2 simple cost indicator

Average, budget build

– standard windows & sanitary ware, no special joiner work. Cost: under £2,000 m² (London)

Medium to high end build

– designed by architects, lots of glass, cladding and nice kitchen & bathrooms. Cost: from £2,650 m² (London)

Top class build

– luxury materials, incorporation of basement or part basement, German kitchen design. Cost: from £3,100 m² (expensive London postcode)

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3 your guide to current extension pricing


PRICE
SAMPLES

Some of the prices below are
bang up to date, as they were
completed September 2018.

For the sake of comparison,
there are one or two examples
from 2016-17
[i.e. pre-Brexit for the
quotation stages].

See the dates by the examples.

START PLANNING
YOUR EXTENSION

 

example 1 in detail

 

Project DESCRIPTION

extension image for blog on cost of extensions Stylish asymmetrical rear extension in South Croydon.

This was an exciting project with a new client who wanted a contemporary design. We assigned Seren, one of our creative architectural designers to create some options. One of her designs had a double apex – however we wanted to show consideration to the neighbours – so we went with this asymmetrical alternative. We think it which actually looks better. For explanations of pricing detail, see footnote.

SIZES

Existing: 151.7m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area) New Work: 21m2 GEA (Gross External Area) Proposed: 172.7m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area)

 

BUILD COST

£122,300 + VAT £128,415 incl. VAT

FINISH

Medium to high end

Single Storey Rear Extension

and Landscaping,
South Croydon.

Date:

Summer 2018

Decorated letter T for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture grand total
£122,300 + VAT

 

the details

 

Decorated letter I for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture internal doors  £2K

Decorated letter P for for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture preliminaries  £10K

Decorated letter S for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture scaffolding  £2.5K

Decorated letter E for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture existing
house work
  £3K

Decorated letter S for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture single storey extension  £46.3K

Decorated letter E for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture external doors  £7.25K

Decorated letter E for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture external windows  £5.5K

Decorated letter S for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture structural /
steel work
  £7K

Decorated letter J for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture joiner work  £5K

Decorated letter R for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture rainwater provision   £2K

Decorated letter K for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture kitchen
client to supply
  £2.25K

Decorated letter U for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture utility room
client to supply
  £0.75K

Decorated letter P for for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture plumbing
1st fix
  £2K

Decorated letter P for for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture plastering   £7K

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fire protection

£0.5K

Decorated letter H for blog on glossary by Extension Architecture heating  £7K

Decorated letter E for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture electrical  £8K

Decorated letter E for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture flooring & wall  £7K

Decorated letter D for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture decorating  £1.75K

Decorated letter N for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture negotiation  £-4.5K

 

note

This was quite a high-end finish, so the price was a little more than average. The build cost does not include architect fees, but you can contact us for a free quote.


 

example 2 in brief

extension image for blog on cost of extensions Rear extension for a new cutting-edge kitchen.

Project DESCRIPTION

Our client wanted a single storey rear extension for a new, state-of-the-art kitchen that used the latest developments in kitchen technology.

SIZES

Existing: 48.06m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area) New Work: 18.57m2 GEA (Gross External Area) Proposed: 66.62m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area)

 

BUILD COST

£67,510 + VAT £81,012 incl VAT

FINISH

Medium – high

 

Single Storey Rear Extension,

Worcester Park.

Date:

2017

Decorated letter T for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture grand total
£67,510 + VAT

 

note

This was also quite a high-end finish, so the price would be above average. These build costs exclude planning fees, so contact us for a free indication.


 

example 3 in brief

extension image for blog on cost of extensions This extension features an attractive lightwell courtyard.

Project DESCRIPTION

These clients had the intention of extending the flat they owned as a buy-to-let investment. They were about to move to North London but changed their mind when they realised the new design would be very contemporary and appealing. They moved into it themselves.

SIZES

Existing: 41.2m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area) New Work: 22.6m2 GEA (Gross External Area) Proposed: 63.8m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area)

 

BUILD COST

£102,148 + VAT £122,578 incl VAT

FINISH

Medium

 

Single Storey Rear Extension,

Tooting Bec.

Date:

2017

Decorated letter T for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture grand total
£102,148 + VAT

 

note

This was a medium to high finish, so the pricing would be slightly above average. These build costs exclude planning fees, so contact us for a free indication.


 

example 4 in brief

extension image for blog on cost of extensions We also did landscaping to go with this new extension.

Project DESCRIPTION

This family were referred by one of our largest clients for their domestic home improvement. They wanted a new extended kitchen with comprehensive landscaping for their garden. They were hoping to have it finished in time for a family wedding so they could host some of the relatives! (Note: it is never really ideal to rush on builds because it may cause compromising on contingency issues which otherwise need more time allocated.)

SIZES

Existing: 55.9m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area) New Work: 10.4m2 GEA (Gross External Area) Proposed: 66.3m2 GIA (Gross Internal Area)

 

BUILD COST

£114,816 + VAT £137,779 incl VAT

FINISH

Medium to high

 

Single Storey Rear Extension

and Landscaping, Carshalton.

Date:

2016 – 2017

Decorated letter T for article on cost of extensions by Extension Architecture grand total
£114,816 + VAT

 

note

This earlier example was also to a good finish, so the pricing would be higher than a budget extension. Also the price includes landscaping, but not architect fees, so contact us for a free indication.

 

4 conclusion


As you will have seen, planning for your extension is quite a considerable outlay.

That said, it is cheaper than moving. Speak to your bank about finance options. The rates for this year are slightly higher than last year, but you will recoup your expenses via additional value in your property. Note also that with high-end finishes or smart home technology, your costs will be above average, albeit a worthwhile investment.

 

5 contact us

We hope this guide has given you a good idea of cost forecasts for an extension


If you would like help to plan your budget, ask us for a free consultation. Call on 0203 409 4215 or fill your details so our planning team can arrange an appointment with you.

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6 glossary as footnote

Here is what is meant by the phases in the pricing example 1, above:


Preliminaries refers to the early stages of a project; for example the site set-up, insurance, protection, sealing off the site area, and Health & Safety equipment.

Existing house work is fairly self-explanatory and means any works needed to make good on the host building; which are separate from the new extension.

Single storey extension is clearly the body of new work, made up of stages such as: installing a suspended timber floor; applying insulation and sound-proofing; using airbricks to ventilate; rendering the exterior; brick-laying; adding cavity board; smooth plaster-skimming; using wall ties; digging for the concrete foundation; co-ordination with window supplier; connecting drainpipes to the manhole and Lead flashing.

It would also need – for a flat roof – timber, joists, insulation, plasterboard, flashings, aluminium edging, and skimming. For a sloping roof in would entail: tiles & battens, a membrane & rafters, insulation, edging, flashings, a soffit ceiling, plasterboard, and skimming. For a stud wall you would need: timber studs, insulation, a damp control layer, fixings, plasterboard & skimming.

Doors include your external doors which could be bi-fold doors and a hardwood front door. You could need a few internal doors in different styles.

Windows would be several items in whichever style(s) you have received planning permission for.

Steels and structural work are mainly your steel beams, also known as i-beams or RSJs (rolled steel joists). Also needed are lintels, a sleeper (load-bearing) wall, joist-checking; the inclusion of a hollow section and wind posts for the windows.

Joiner finishes would include: the door mouldings, architraves, skirting, panelling; fixings, handles, shelves & cornicing; curtain rails; hinges, nails & linings

Your rainwater provision means your downpipe guttering, soffit, flashings, pipe routes, drainage routes and channel to garden. The break-down for your kitchen (and utility room) would be to install the appliances and fit the units, worktops & splashbacks.

Some phases are pretty self-explanatory; such as plastering which would include the new and existing building, according to need. Thus these examples are indicative as each project would vary according to its condition, size and needs. It is best to get a quote which can be adjusted after a site survey.

Fire protection would be supplied to your steels, cables, and pipe-work. Heating is also variable as you may be having under-floor heating, regular heaters and / or a new boiler. Your electrics could include new wiring to your kitchen, living room, utility room & garden.

Flooring and walls could be kitchen & utility room tiles, slabs for your patio & stairs, garden paving, work (if needed) to the neighbour boundary; and a patio boundary wall.

Decorating and scaffolding are also pretty self-expanatory and the respective quotes would vary according to need and the size of your property.

 

7 further viewing

See some other extensions we have built, in our single storey extension portfolio. Please note our portfolio does not include price information, but if you would like an indication based on any of these,
get in touch
and we will get back to you with specific guide costs.

 

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AUTHOR

Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim, Founder and Managing Director of Extension Architecture, has led the firm for over 14 years, consistently delivering quality solutions. His dedication has been key to the company's growth and success.

Steph Fanizza, Architectural Design & Team Manager

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