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Can I build my own extension?
Yes. A homeowner in the UK may build their own extension, and no licence is needed. The work must still pass building regulations, gas work must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and most new electrical circuits have to be certified. The harder question is whether you have the time and skill to do it well.
Cheap extension ideas: 11 ways to cut the cost
Cheap extension ideas that really lower the bill: simple shapes, permitted development, fewer steels, smart glazing and where prefab kits save money.
Do I need an architect for an extension?
Do I need an architect for an extension? No law says so, but you do need drawings. Who can draw them, what each costs and when an architect earns the fee.
How long does an extension take to build?
How long does an extension take to build? Three to four months on site for brick, less for prefab, plus design and approvals. A stage-by-stage UK timeline.
Quick build extension: which method is fastest?
A quick build extension can be on site for as little as two weeks. Compare modules, panels, kits and brick, and see the delays no method can remove.
Get a quote for your extension
Postcode, four quick questions, then your contact details. It takes about a minute.
We are an introduction service, not a prefab extension builder. We search for a company that takes work near you and give you its name first. Your details stay with us unless you agree to the introduction, and asking is free.
That is everything. Your request is with us.
- We look for a firm that builds the kind of extension you chose and covers your postcode.
- We email or phone you with that firm's name. You decide whether they get your details.
- If you say yes, they arrange to see the house and price the work. We never send marketing.