Pitsea, Essex
Two-storey rear extension in Pitsea
A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We design, get the approvals for and build two-storey rear extensions in Pitsea and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover Pitsea (SS13, SS14 and SS16) as part of our Essex work. In Pitsea, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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 two-storey rear extension cost in Pitsea?
For Pitsea we work from the East of England rate: £1,910–£2,860 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. East of England prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; clay soils near trees are the main foundation variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £57,000–£86,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £91,500–£137,500 |
We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in Pitsea?
Here is how the rules in England apply to a two-storey rear extension in Pitsea.
A two-storey rear extension can be permitted development in England only if it projects no more than 3 metres, stays at least 7 metres from the rear boundary, matches the existing roof pitch and has obscure-glazed upper side windows. In practice most double-storey rear extensions go through a householder planning application.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. Before any drawing we look up the property's history with the council, because earlier extensions and removed rights change the answer.
What are homes in Pitsea like to extend?
Pitsea mixes Victorian terraces with 1930s semis, so both side returns and full-width kitchen extensions suit houses here.
How a two-storey rear extension in Pitsea comes together
Survey visit
We visit free of charge, measure up, check access, drainage and neighbours' extensions, and note what you want the room to do.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
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.
Two-storey rear extensions near Pitsea
Close by, we work in Basildon, about 2.2 miles away, and South Benfleet, about 2.3 miles away.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Pitsea
Is the site visit in Pitsea free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
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.
Can it be built on a terraced house?
Sometimes, but the upper floor is harder to get through planning on a terrace because of the effect on neighbours. A single-storey extension with a loft conversion is often an easier route.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Pitsea house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
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.
Who will build my extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us. Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd for the design and the build.