How much money should I budget?

Set a realistic budget before you start, and get a written quote rather than a rough figure. When rebuilding or renovating, it pays to know what you can spend and to understand how much value the work is likely to add, so you are not spending heavily on something that adds little. A higher quote sometimes reflects better materials or a wider scope of work, so compare like for like, not just the bottom line.

What do you strive to achieve?

This is the question to answer before any money is spent. More space, an open-plan kitchen-diner, a room that suits how you actually live. Gather ideas and get a clear picture in your head first. The clearer your brief, the closer the finished room will be to what you wanted.

Who will do the work?

Do your research before you accept any quote. Ask neighbours, friends and colleagues, read genuine reviews, and get a full written quote for the job. Meet the people who will be on site. We are happy to be checked out this way, that is what Check a Trade and MyBuilder are for.

Where will I live during the build?

For many extensions you can stay in the house throughout, but if the work cuts off your kitchen or bathroom for a stretch, it is worth planning ahead. We will tell you honestly at the survey how disruptive your particular job will be, so you can decide.

Most people want an extension to add both space and value. The trick is not to overspend on a finish the house cannot carry back at resale. We will build to a standard that suits your home and your budget, and we will tell you if we think a plan will cost more than it returns.

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Highest Quality House & Kitchen Extensions for Torquay, Newton Abbot, Totnes, & Ashburton

Torquay House Extensions: Add Value and Space to Your Home or Kitchen

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Your new house or kitchen extension - The key to a more comfortable and valuable home

A new house extension, building the rear wall

A house extension in progress on the back of a house

A completed rear house extension and new roof -

If you are looking for experts in home or kitchen extensions in Torquay, Newton Abbot, Totnes, South Hams, you have come to the right company.

TheBuildersltd.co.uk® is the specialist in house and kitchen extensions in Torbay and surrounding areas. Our excellent extension service is backed up by local satisfied customers

A well-planned extension can give you the space your home is missing. That might be a larger kitchen and dining area, another bedroom, a home office, a bathroom or a more practical family room.

The Builders Ltd has been building and renovating homes across South Devon since 1989. Our experience includes older properties, modern homes, restricted access and projects where structural problems only become clear after work begins.

Read our guide to building extensions here

One route from your first idea to the finished extension

Discuss what you need from the space and the budget available. Visit the property and consider the practical options. Develop the design, specification and required approvals. Provide a quotation based on the agreed work and specification. Complete the construction work and keep you informed as it progresses.

If an unexpected problem is uncovered, Dominic will explain what has been found and discuss the available options before the work continues.

You can read more about how we work.

Types of extension we can build
Kitchen extensions
Rear extensions
Side return extensions
Wrap-around extensions
Single-storey extensions
Double-storey extensions
Flat and pitched-roof extensions

The best option depends on your property, the available land, your budget and how you want to use the new space. The largest extension is not always the one that produces the most useful home.

Call today for further information 07732 748040.

Tell Dom what you want to change about your home. He can discuss whether an extension is practical and what needs to happen next.

Cost Effective Home and kitchen extensions

An extension can be a cost-effective way to gain more space without moving. However, its value should be judged by how well it solves your problem, not simply by adding the largest possible floor area.

What affects the cost of an extension?

The main factors include:

The size and number of storeys
Ground conditions and foundations
Structural alterations to the existing house
Access for people, equipment and materials
Roofing, doors, windows and glazing
Kitchen, bathroom and electrical work
The materials and standard of finish
Planning, design and professional fees

A useful quotation needs to be based on an agreed design and specification. This also makes it easier to compare quotations fairly because each builder is pricing the same work.

We converted a garage into a two-room living space for a customer who left this review on MyBuilder:

"Dom and his team recently completed this project for us. The workmanship was 10/10 and the final result is exactly what we wanted and asked for. The project did take a lot longer than planned, but this was a combination of COVID issues and material availability. What Dom excelled in is keeping the conversations honest and myself updated at all times.

Dom agreed and stuck to his price from the estimate. This alone is a reason people should hire him. The fact he stuck to his word and promises is a trait a lot more people should be looking for when taking on a contract with someone. I have no negative comments to make."

Some questions we are asked about house and kitchen extensions

How much money should I budget?

Set a realistic budget before you start, and get a written quote rather than a rough figure. When rebuilding or renovating, it pays to know what you can spend and to understand how much value the work is likely to add, so you are not spending heavily on something that adds little. A higher quote sometimes reflects better materials or a wider scope of work, so compare like for like, not just the bottom line.
What do you strive to achieve?

This is the question to answer before any money is spent. More space, an open-plan kitchen-diner, a room that suits how you actually live. Gather ideas and get a clear picture in your head first. The clearer your brief, the closer the finished room will be to what you wanted.
Who will do the work?

Do your research before you accept any quote. Ask neighbours, friends and colleagues, read genuine reviews, and get a full written quote for the job. Meet the people who will be on site. We are happy to be checked out this way, that is what Check a Trade and MyBuilder are for.
Where will I live during the build?

For many extensions you can stay in the house throughout, but if the work cuts off your kitchen or bathroom for a stretch, it is worth planning ahead. We will tell you honestly at the survey how disruptive your particular job will be, so you can decide.
Am I adding value?

Most people want an extension to add both space and value. The trick is not to overspend on a finish the house cannot carry back at resale. We will build to a standard that suits your home and your budget, and we will tell you if we think a plan will cost more than it returns.

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Will I need planning permission?

Some house extensions can be completed under permitted development rights, but only when the relevant limits and conditions are met. Other projects need planning permission.

Building regulations are separate from planning permission and may still apply. Listed buildings, conservation areas and properties with restricted permitted development rights need additional checks.

The Planning Portal extension guidance explains the general rules. Your property and proposed design must still be checked individually.

Who handles the design and planning?

The Builders Ltd can help develop your initial idea, prepare the specification and work with architects where professional plans are required.

This helps connect the design decisions with the practical building work from the beginning.

How long will my extension take?

The timescale depends on the size and complexity of the extension, the approvals required, material availability and any structural problems found.

A realistic programme can be discussed once the design and proposed work are clear.

Can I remain in my home during the work?

Sometimes you can, but it depends on the work involved. Losing access to the kitchen, bathroom, heating, water or electricity can make staying in the property difficult.

Discuss this before construction begins so that disruption and temporary arrangements can be planned.

What happens if an unexpected problem is found?

Existing buildings can hide structural defects, damaged materials or earlier work that needs correcting.

Dominic will explain what has been uncovered and discuss the practical options with you. Any change to the agreed work should be understood before it proceeds.

Free site survey

For a free site survey, complete the form and briefly explain what you want to change.

what our clients say

Converting garage into a 2 room living space

Dom and his team recently completed this project for us. The workmanship was 10/10 and the final result is exactly what we wanted and asked for.
The project did take a lot longer then planned, but this was a combination of COVID issues and material availability. What Dom excelled in, is keeping the conversations honest and myself updated at all times
Dom agreed and stuck to his price from the estimate. This alone is a reason people should hire him. The fact he stuck to his word and promises is a trait a lot more people should be looking for when taking on a contract with someone.
I have no negative comments to make.

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