Nairn, Highlands and Islands
Glazed rear extension in Nairn
For homes in Nairn, a glazed rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. Full-height glass, slim frames and big rooflights for the most open rear room. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
Nairn and its postcode districts IV12 are part of our Highlands and Islands coverage. A wide sliding door with one long rooflight, rather than a fully glazed roof, keeps a glass-led extension usable in summer.
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 glazed rear extension cost in Nairn?
For Nairn we work from the Scotland rate: £2,660–£4,560 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £32,000–£54,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £64,000–£109,500 |
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 glazed rear extension in Nairn?
The planning route for a glazed rear extension in Nairn is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 1A) covers many single-storey rear extensions, with a 3 metre eaves limit, a 4 metre height limit and, within 1 metre of a boundary, a depth limit of 3 metres for terraced houses or 4 metres for others. Conservation areas are excluded, and you need a building warrant whatever the planning position.
Insulation and glazing follow Section 6 of the Scottish Technical Handbook; the building warrant drawings show how the extension meets it.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings 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 Nairn like to extend?
Traditional stone houses sit alongside modern bungalows and timber-frame homes around Nairn. A lighter, contrasting addition at the back often suits older stone houses better than trying to copy the walling.
How a glazed rear extension in Nairn comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
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 or permitted development, the building warrant, structural design and neighbour agreements are all handled by us.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the accepted completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Glazed rear extensions near Nairn
Close by, we work in Inverness, about 14.6 miles away, and Elgin, about 21.3 miles away.
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FAQ
Glazed rear extension questions in Nairn
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.
Does glass need planning permission?
The same rules apply as any rear extension; glass does not change the depth or height limits.
What postcode areas do you cover around Nairn?
Including IV12, and the surrounding Highlands and Islands area.
Is the site visit in Nairn free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Nairn?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.