House Extension London | Rear, Side Return & Double Storey Extensions
House extension London — double storey house extension under construction by Signature Build Properties
London House Extension Specialists

House Extension
London
Builders

Signature Build Properties is a trusted house extension London specialist covering rear extension London, single storey extension London, double storey extension London, side return extension London and kitchen extension London. Furthermore, we manage planning, structural engineering and the full build — fixed price, one company, one point of contact.

300+Extensions Built
15+Years Experience
5★Rated Reviews
FixedPrice Contracts
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Planning Managed

Permitted development extension London checks and full planning applications handled

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All Trades In-House

Our own builders, electricians, plumbers and plasterers on every extension

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Fixed-Price Contract

House extension cost London agreed and locked before any work starts

Building Regs Sign-Off

Full building regulations compliance and completion certificate on every project

Extension Types

House Extension London — All Types Built

As a specialist house extension London builder, we design and build all extension types. In fact, having all trades in-house means faster build programmes, better coordination and a single point of accountability.

Rear Extension
London

A rear extension London extends your ground floor into the back garden — typically used to create a larger kitchen diner or open-plan living space. Furthermore, most rear extensions qualify under permitted development extension London rules.

From £35,000 10–16 Weeks

Single Storey
Extension London

A single storey extension London is the most common extension type — added to the rear or side of the property at ground floor level. Moreover, single storey extensions often fall under permitted development so planning permission is not required.

From £35,000 10–16 Weeks

Double Storey
Extension London

A double storey extension London adds space on both ground and first floor — maximising the footprint of your extension investment. As a result, you gain a new kitchen below and a new bedroom or bathroom above for a fraction of the cost per square metre.

From £65,000 16–24 Weeks

Side Return
Extension London

A side return extension London fills the narrow alley beside Victorian and Edwardian terraces — creating a much larger open-plan kitchen. In fact, it is one of the best-value extensions for period London properties and typically qualifies under permitted development.

From £30,000 8–14 Weeks

Kitchen Extension
London

A kitchen extension London creates the open-plan kitchen diner that most London homeowners are looking for — with bifold or sliding doors, roof lights and full glazing. Furthermore, we design the kitchen layout and install it as part of the extension package.

From £40,000 10–16 Weeks

Wrap-Around
Extension London

A wrap-around extension London combines a rear and side return extension into one L-shaped build — delivering the maximum possible ground floor space. Moreover, this is the most transformative single-project investment for a London terraced house.

From £70,000 16–24 Weeks
Transparent Pricing

House Extension Cost London — 2025

What is house extension cost London 2025? See typical build costs for all extension types below. As your local house extension London specialist, we always provide a written fixed-price contract after a free site survey — no hidden costs.

How Much Does a House Extension Cost in London?

As a general guide, a single storey rear extension London (4x4m) costs £35,000–£60,000 fully finished. A double storey extension London costs £65,000–£120,000. Nevertheless, all prices are fixed and itemised upfront — the quote we give is the price you pay.

Extension TypeTypical CostBuild TimeNotes
Single Storey Rear Extension (3×3m)£28,000 – £45,0008–12 weeksSmall kitchen or utility extension
Single Storey Extension London (4×4m)£38,000 – £60,00010–16 weeksOpen-plan kitchen diner
Single Storey Extension London (5×5m+)£55,000 – £85,00012–18 weeksLarge open-plan living space
Side Return Extension London£30,000 – £65,0008–14 weeksVictorian/Edwardian terraces
Double Storey Extension London£65,000 – £120,00016–24 weeksGround + first floor
Kitchen Extension London£40,000 – £80,00010–16 weeksIncludes bifolds, roof lights, kitchen
Wrap-Around Extension London£70,000 – £140,00016–24 weeksRear + side return combined
Planning Application (if required)£500 – £1,5008–13 weeksFull planning or LDC

All prices are indicative for London 2025 and include structure, electrics, plumbing, plastering and decoration. We provide a fixed-price written contract after every free site survey.

How It Works

Our House Extension London Process

From your first call to the keys in your hand — here's how our house extension London team delivers a fully managed, fixed-price build from planning through to final sign-off.

1

Free Site Survey

To begin with, our project manager visits your property, assesses the available space, party walls and access. Furthermore, we advise on the best extension type for your property and check permitted development extension London eligibility — completely free.

2

Planning & Design

Following the survey, we produce drawings and check planning requirements. In most cases, a rear extension London or single storey extension London qualifies under permitted development. Where planning is needed, we manage the full application on your behalf.

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Fixed-Price Contract

Once planning is confirmed and the design is agreed, you receive a detailed written fixed-price contract covering every element of the house extension London — from groundworks to decoration. In short, there are no surprises at the end.

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Groundworks & Structure

Our team then carries out all excavation, foundations, drainage, blockwork and steelwork. Consequently, the structure is built to full building regulations standard with an assigned building control inspector visiting at key stages throughout.

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First & Second Fix

All first fix electrical and plumbing works are carried out before plastering. Once the walls and ceiling are skimmed, our team returns for second fix — sockets, lighting, sanitaryware, kitchen installation, flooring and decoration throughout.

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Sign-Off & Handover

Finally, the building inspector signs off the works and issues your completion certificate. At that point, we carry out a full snagging walk-through with you and issue your written workmanship guarantee. Your new space is ready to enjoy.

Everything Included

What's Included in Our House Extension London Service

Our house extension London price includes everything — from planning and groundworks through to the finished, decorated, signed-off space. In fact, there is nothing left for you to arrange separately.

House extension London — double storey extension under construction with scaffolding by Signature Build Properties

🏗️ Build & Structure

  • Planning application or Lawful Development Certificate
  • Structural engineering calculations and drawings
  • Party wall notices served and agreed
  • Excavation, foundations and drainage
  • Blockwork, steelwork and timber frame
  • Roof — flat EPDM, pitched tiles or glazed
  • Bifold doors, sliding doors and roof lights
  • Building regulations sign-off and completion certificate

✅ Fit-Out & Finish

  • Full electrical installation — new circuits and consumer unit
  • Underfloor heating or radiator plumbing
  • Plastering — walls and ceilings throughout
  • Kitchen design, supply and installation
  • Flooring — hardwood, LVT, tiled or laminate
  • Tiling — floor and wall tiles throughout
  • Full decoration — painting and finishing
  • Snagging and written workmanship guarantee
Based in Hayes, West London. We are your local house extension Hillingdon and house extension Ealing specialist — also covering Hounslow, Harrow, Brent, Hammersmith, Richmond, Kingston and all London boroughs. Need a rear extension London, double storey extension London or kitchen extension London? Call +44 7404 931629 for a free site survey and fixed-price quote.
Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★
"Double storey extension on our semi-detached in Ealing — new kitchen diner below and master bedroom with en-suite above. Signature Build managed everything from planning to handover. Finished on time, on budget, and the finish is incredible."
Mark & Claire T.
Home Owners, Ealing
★★★★★
"Side return extension on our Victorian terrace in Hounslow — the kitchen is now twice the size and we have bifold doors into the garden. Signature Build handled the party wall and planning. The result is stunning and the fixed price never changed."
Priya & Sunil M.
Home Owners, Hounslow
★★★★★
"Single storey rear extension in Hillingdon — permitted development so no planning needed. Signature Build confirmed this on the first visit. Completed in 12 weeks as promised. The open-plan kitchen diner has completely transformed our home."
David R.
Home Owner, Hillingdon
Got Questions?

House Extension FAQs — London

House extension cost London 2025 varies by type and size. A single storey rear extension London (4x4m) costs £38,000–£60,000. A double storey extension London costs £65,000–£120,000. Furthermore, a side return extension London costs £30,000–£65,000 and a kitchen extension London with bifolds costs £40,000–£80,000. You can also check Checkatrade's house extension cost guide for independent benchmarks.
Many house extensions in London qualify as a permitted development extension London and do not require full planning permission. A single storey rear extension London can extend up to 4m (detached) or 3m (semi/terrace) under Permitted Development. However, double storey extensions, larger rear extensions and properties in conservation areas require planning permission. We check this for every project as part of the free survey. For full guidance, visit the Planning Portal extensions guidance.
A single storey extension London adds space at ground floor level only — typically extending the kitchen or living area into the rear garden. A double storey extension London adds space on both ground and first floor simultaneously — delivering significantly more floor space for a proportionally lower cost per square metre. Furthermore, a double storey extension adds bedrooms or bathrooms above as well as living space below.
A side return extension London fills the narrow alley that runs alongside many Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses in London. It is typically used to extend the kitchen into a much larger open-plan kitchen diner. In fact, it is one of the most popular and cost-effective extensions for period London properties. Moreover, most side return extensions qualify under permitted development extension London rules.
Yes. We are a specialist house extension Hillingdon and house extension Ealing builder based in Hayes. As a result, we are ideally located for all of West London including Hillingdon, Ealing, Hounslow, Harrow, Uxbridge and Brent. We also cover all London boroughs — contact us to confirm coverage for your postcode.
A single storey extension London typically takes 10–16 weeks from planning approval to completion. A double storey extension London takes 16–24 weeks. Furthermore, a side return extension London takes 8–14 weeks and a kitchen extension London takes 10–16 weeks. In all cases, we provide a detailed programme before work begins so you know exactly what to expect throughout the build.
Ready to Extend Your Home?

Free Survey — Fixed-Price
House Extension London

Our house extension London team will visit your property, check permitted development rights, advise on the best extension type and give you a clear, itemised, fixed-price contract. No obligation — just expert advice and an honest price.

Free site survey
Fixed-price contract
Planning managed
Building regs sign-off
London-wide