Reigate, Surrey
Bungalow rear extension in Reigate
We plan and build rear extensions for bungalows for homeowners in Reigate. Single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
Reigate and its postcode districts RH1, RH2 and RH3 are part of our Surrey coverage. For bungalows in Surrey, a rear extension is the usual way to add space without adding stairs.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Reigate?
For Reigate we work from the South East England rate: £2,070–£3,360 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. South East prices run above our West Midlands baseline, mainly on labour rates and clay-soil foundations.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £25,000–£40,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £49,500–£80,500 |
Your written price follows a measured survey and an agreed design, so it reflects your house, not an average.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in Reigate?
Planning for a bungalow rear extension in Reigate follows the English householder rules.
English permitted development (Class A) allows a single-storey rear extension of 3 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 4 metres on a detached one, measured from the original house, with a maximum height of 4 metres and eaves of no more than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary.
If 3 or 4 metres is not enough, England's prior approval route allows 6 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 8 metres on a detached house for a single-storey rear extension. Neighbours are consulted, the council decides within 42 days, and the fee is £249, rising to £310 from 8 December 2026.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development, prior approval or a planning application.
What are homes in Reigate like to extend?
Reigate has a mix of Victorian terraces near the centre and larger Edwardian and inter-war houses further out. Clay soils across much of the South East mean deeper foundations near trees, which we plan for at the survey. For Reigate bungalows we design the roof first, because the low eaves decide the height of the new room.
How a bungalow rear extension in Reigate comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
Written price, then build
Once the design and approvals are in place, you get a fixed written price and programme, and we build through to sign-off.
Bungalow rear extensions near Reigate
Neighbouring places we cover include Redhill (1.5 miles) and Horley (4.8 miles).
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in Reigate
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Reigate?
As a guide, £2,070–£3,360 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²): about £25,000–£40,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Reigate?
Often not for a single-storey rear extension of up to 3 metres (4 metres on a detached house) under permitted development, or up to 6 or 8 metres with prior approval, unless the house is in a conservation area or its rights have been removed.
Is a bungalow extension cheaper?
The rates are similar per square metre; roof work can add a little.
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Reigate?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.