If your extension involves digging foundations near a neighbour's property or altering a shared boundary wall, you must comply with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. We provide early guidance on this process to ensure you serve the correct notices to your neighbours, preventing costly legal delays before the build begins.

In most cases, yes. We understand that moving out is expensive and disruptive. We set up strict dust barriers, temporary weatherproofing, and safe access routes. While there will be some unavoidable noise and dust during the 'knock-through' phase, we manage the site carefully and perform a final builders' handover clean to return your home to a pristine state.

We manage the entire Building Control process for you. Even if your extension doesn't need planning permission, it must comply with strict UK Building Regulations for structural safety, insulation (Part L), and fire safety. We coordinate all stage inspections with the Local Authority (LABC) or Approved Inspector to secure your final Completion Certificate.

Unexpected costs usually come from poor upfront planning or hidden ground conditions. We conduct thorough site assessments and apply rigorous construction risk management before digging starts. By establishing a fixed, transparent scope of works and actively managing our trades, we protect you from the unexpected variations common with unmanaged building projects.

A standard single-storey rear extension usually takes between 12 to 16 weeks, while a double-storey or complex wrap-around can take 16 to 24 weeks. We provide a clear construction programme on day one, ensuring materials are ordered in advance and our trades are scheduled seamlessly so your project doesn't sit idle.