Leicestershire and Rutland
Knocking through to a rear extension in Leicestershire and Rutland
Steel beams, padstones and props to open the back of the house safely. Across Leicestershire and Rutland we handle the whole rear extension: survey, drawings, the planning route, building control and the build. Towns we cover here include Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley.
Older houses in Leicestershire and Rutland often have solid brick back walls carrying a lot of weight, so the steel design comes early. Leicestershire and Rutland has plenty of inter-war semis and bungalows, and single-storey rear extensions suit both.
What does it cost in Leicestershire and Rutland?
As a guide, £3,500–£9,000 including VAT. We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
What approvals does it need in Leicestershire and Rutland?
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 Leicestershire and Rutland 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 Leicestershire and Rutland?
We cover 23 towns and districts in Leicestershire and Rutland, including Leicester, Loughborough and Hinckley.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.