Cheshire
Knocking through to a rear extension in Cheshire
Steel beams, padstones and props to open the back of the house safely. We design and build rear extensions across Cheshire, from Warrington and Chester to Crewe, covering single-storey kitchen extensions, two-storey additions, side returns and wraparounds.
Older houses in Cheshire often have solid brick back walls carrying a lot of weight, so the steel design comes early. Cheshire has long runs of terraced houses with back yards and alleys, plus 1930s semis further out. Yard extensions on terraces are often single-storey and close to both boundaries.
What does it cost in Cheshire?
As a guide, £3,500–£9,000 including VAT. Your written price follows a measured survey and an agreed design, so it reflects your house, not an average.
What approvals does it need in Cheshire?
Planning and Building Regulations are separate in England: even a permitted development extension is inspected for foundations, drainage, structure, insulation, fire safety and ventilation, through the council or a registered building control approver, ending with a completion certificate.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent.
Where in Cheshire do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Can the whole back wall come out?
Often, with a beam across the full width or a goalpost frame. Some walls need a short pier left at the ends.
Do I need building control for a beam?
Yes. The calculations and the installed steel are checked.
How long does it take?
The wall itself usually comes out in a day or two, timed for when the extension is weathertight.
Do you cover all of Cheshire?
We cover 21 towns and districts in Cheshire, including Warrington, Chester and Crewe.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.