GREATER LONDON & SURREY COVERAGE

House Extensions, Lofts & Renovations Across London & Surrey

Experienced London builders who understand local council planning rules, conservation guidelines, and building regulations inside out. From Kensington to Wandsworth and beyond.

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Specialist Boroughs

32 Boroughs

Covering All London & Surrey

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Building Regulations Compliant

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LOCAL BOROUGH KNOWLEDGE

Areas We Regularly Work In

Every London council has its own planning rules, conservation guidelines, and parking restrictions. Here is an overview of how we deliver successful projects across our main working areas.

Victorian stucco-fronted luxury townhouse in Kensington, London, with modern bronze Crittall rear extension
SW3, SW7, SW10, W8, W11, W14
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Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

Expert Builders in Kensington & Chelsea

Specialised in Grade II listed restorations, basement conversions, and structural alterations in historic townhouses and mews properties.

Approval RateStrong Council Track Record
Lead TimeTypically 4–6 Weeks
Recent Streets & AreasThe Boltons, Sloane Square, Holland Park, Chelsea Embankment
Key Competencies
Grade II Listed BuildingsQuiet Underpinning & PilingHeritage Lime PlasteringParty Wall Agreements
Luxurious Mayfair penthouse interior refurbishment featuring dark timber parquet herringbone flooring and bronze accents
W1, SW1, NW8, WC2
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City of Westminster & Mayfair

Experienced with Mayfair & Belgravia Estates

High-spec refurbishments across Mayfair, Belgravia, and Marylebone apartments. We coordinate smoothly with major London estates, manage council access permits, and soundproof to the highest standard.

Estate ApprovalsExperienced with London Estates
Parking & PermitsCouncil Bays & TfL Permits Managed
Recent Streets & AreasMount Street, Eaton Square, Chester Square, Berkeley Square
Key Competencies
Full Apartment RefurbishmentAcoustic SoundproofingBespoke Joinery & RestorationsFreeholder & Estate Licences
Modern double-height glass kitchen pavilion in a Victorian terraced family residence in Battersea
SW11, SW12, SW18, SW4
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Wandsworth, Battersea & Clapham

Family Home Extensions & Loft Conversions

Experienced builders for Victorian terraced homes around Wandsworth Common, Battersea Park, and Clapham. Specialists in open-plan rear extensions, glass side-returns, and mansard lofts.

Typical ScaleExtensions & Full Refurbishments
Planning RoutePermitted Development & Full Planning
Recent Streets & AreasNightingale Triangle, Spencer Park, Wandsworth Common, Prince of Wales Drive
Key Competencies
Side-Return ExtensionsMansard & Dormer LoftsUnderfloor HeatingBasement Conversions
Detached riverside luxury family home in Richmond upon Thames showcasing zinc clad architectural roof extension
TW9, TW10, KT1, KT2
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Richmond upon Thames & Kingston

Riverside & Conservation Area Specialists

Experienced with riverside homes and conservation properties across Richmond and Kingston. Specialists in zinc-clad loft conversions, water management, and energy-efficient building.

Water AuthorityThames Water Build-Over Agreements
Energy EfficiencyHigh-Performance Insulation & Heat Pumps
Recent Streets & AreasRichmond Hill, St Margarets, Ham Common, Petersham Road
Key Competencies
Zinc Clad LoftsWaterproofing & TankingGlulam & Steel BeamsHeat Pumps & Eco Heating
Grand Georgian red-brick residence in Hampstead undergoing meticulous architectural restoration
NW3, NW1, N6
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Camden, Hampstead & Highgate

Heritage Renovations in Camden & Hampstead

Careful Georgian and Victorian restorations, structural chimney removals, underpinning, and basement work near Hampstead Heath and Highgate.

Heritage GuidanceLocal Conservation & Trust Guidelines
Structural WorkFoundations & Steelwork Shoring
Recent Streets & AreasWell Walk, Church Row, Highgate West Hill, Primrose Hill Road
Key Competencies
Period Brickwork & PointingSteel Beam RSJ InstallationTimber Sash WindowsFoundations & Underpinning
Renovated Lion House in Peterborough Estate, Fulham, displaying refined architectural brickwork
SW6, W6, W12
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Hammersmith & Fulham

House Extensions & Renovations in Fulham

Specialists in Fulham 'Lion Houses', bespoke pod lofts, structural alterations, and modern kitchen extensions with steel doors.

House StylesPeriod Terraces & Lion Houses
Local CouncilHammersmith & Fulham Council Liaison
Recent Streets & AreasPeterborough Estate, Hurlingham Road, Parsons Green, Brook Green
Key Competencies
Fulham Pod LoftsCrittall-Style Steel DoorsParty Wall SoundproofingModern Open-Plan Kitchens

Covering All 32 London Boroughs & Surrey

Fully insured and experienced builders working across Greater London and surrounding Home Counties.

Full Greater London Coverage
Barking & Dagenham
Barnet
Bexley
Brent
Bromley
Camden
City of London
Croydon
Ealing
Enfield
Greenwich
Hackney
Hammersmith & Fulham
Haringey
Harrow
Havering
Hillingdon
Hounslow
Islington
Kensington & Chelsea
Kingston upon Thames
Lambeth
Lewisham
Merton
Newham
Redbridge
Richmond upon Thames
Southwark
Sutton
Tower Hamlets
Waltham Forest
Wandsworth
City of Westminster
PROFESSIONAL SITE MANAGEMENT

Smooth Project Management & Clean, Organised Sites

Building in London requires careful planning. We take care of parking bay suspensions, skip permits, neighbour considerations, and delivery schedules so your project runs smoothly.

Main Office & Workshop
Vista Centre, Suite A204
50 Salisbury Rd, Cranford, Hounslow TW4 6JQ
Mayfair Central Operations Map
Site Management & SupportReal-Time Monitored
18mAverage Callout
100%Clean Fleet
ZeroProject Delays
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1. Parking & Skip Permits Managed

We arrange parking bay suspensions, skip permits, and delivery access directly with your local council, taking the hassle away from you.

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2. Polite & Considerate Builders

We keep work sites clean and tidy, use dust extraction, and stick strictly to permitted working hours to keep your neighbours happy.

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3. Dedicated Site Manager

Every project is supervised by an experienced site manager who is on-site daily to inspect quality and answer your questions.

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4. Party Wall & Building Control

We work alongside qualified party wall surveyors and local building control inspectors from day one, keeping everything fully compliant.

PLANNING & BUILDING ADVICE

Planning Permission & Approval Guidelines by Borough

Planning rules and approval times vary across London councils. Here is a quick guide to what to expect in key boroughs.

Borough / AreaBasement & Excavation RulesPermitted Development ScopePlanning ExperienceTypical Decision Time
Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC)Strict rules on depth and garden size; Construction Code audits apply.Article 4 restrictions apply in many conservation areas.check_circle15+ Years Working with RBKC8 - 10 Weeks
City of Westminster (WCC)Detailed structural method statements required.Estate licences required on private estates.check_circleRegular Council Liaison7 - 9 Weeks
Wandsworth & BatterseaStandard basement criteria; party wall surveyor agreements required.Broad scope; rear extensions and loft dormers frequently permitted.check_circlePrompt Decisions5 - 7 Weeks
Richmond upon ThamesFlood risk checks near the Thames; sensitive green spaces protected.Good scope for detached and semi-detached homes.check_circleHigh Approval Rate6 - 8 Weeks
Camden & HampsteadHydrology tests and tree protection orders often required near the Heath.Subject to Hampstead Garden Suburb Trust rules where applicable.check_circleHeritage Approved8 - 11 Weeks
Hammersmith & Fulham (LBHF)Basement policy applies; party wall agreements required.Strong support for pod lofts and rear kitchen extensions.check_circleRegular Council Liaison6 - 8 Weeks
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