House Extensions Wigan

Expand Your Home

Looking to create more space in your Wigan home without the stress and expense of moving? Our professional house extension services provide the perfect solution for growing families and homeowners seeking to maximise their property's potential and value.

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Why Extend Your Home?

House extensions offer compelling advantages for Wigan homeowners. With the local property market experiencing high demand for larger homes but limited supply, extending your current property represents a smart investment in both lifestyle and financial terms.

Recent market analysis shows that Wigan properties with well-designed extensions typically command higher selling prices and sell more quickly than comparable non-extended homes. This trend is partly driven by increasing moving costs and stamp duty, making extensions an economically sound alternative to relocation.

A quality house extension in Wigan can add significant value to your property - typically 20-30% depending on the design and execution. Furthermore, Wigan Council's planning policies are generally supportive of house extensions that comply with local regulations, creating a favourable environment for homeowners looking to expand their living space.

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Understanding Planning Requirements

Navigating planning permissions and building regulations is essential when extending your Wigan home. While not all extensions require formal planning permission, understanding the requirements will ensure your project proceeds smoothly.

Under permitted development rights, certain extensions can be built without formal planning permission, including:

• Single-storey rear extensions that don't extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by more than 4 meters (for detached houses) or 3 meters (for other house types)
• Extensions that don't cover more than half the land around your original house
• Extensions that aren't higher than the highest part of your existing roof

Planning permission is typically required for:

• Extensions that extend toward a road
• Two-storey extensions
• Extensions in conservation areas or to listed buildings
• Projects exceeding permitted development limits

Even when formal permission isn't required, we recommend obtaining a Lawful Development Certificate from Wigan Council, which proves your extension is legal and can be valuable when selling your property.

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Our Extension Process

We've developed a comprehensive approach to delivering exceptional house extensions in Wigan:

1. Initial Consultation: We meet with you to understand your vision, requirements, budget, and timeline. This helps us create a tailored solution that meets your specific needs.
2. Site Survey and Design: Our team conducts a detailed assessment of your property to determine feasibility and identify potential challenges. We then create designs that maximize space while complementing your existing home's aesthetic.
3. Planning and Approvals: We handle all necessary planning applications and building regulation approvals, liaising with Wigan Council on your behalf.
4. Construction Phase:
   • Site preparation and foundation work
   • Structural construction (walls, roof, floors)
   • Installation of high-quality windows and doors
   • First fix (plumbing, electrical work, heating systems)
   • Comprehensive insulation and expert plastering
   • Second fix (fixtures, fittings, decorative elements)
5. Quality Inspection: We conduct thorough checks throughout the process, with final inspections ensuring all work meets building regulations and our exacting standards.
6. Project Completion: We finalise all details and provide you with necessary documentation and warranties before handing over your beautifully extended home.

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Types of Extensions We Offer in Wigan

Single-Storey Extensions

Perfect for creating additional ground floor living space such as kitchen extensions, dining areas, or sunrooms. These extensions maximise light and create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Double-Storey Extensions

Ideal for adding significant space to your Wigan home, including additional bedrooms, bathrooms, or expanded living areas. These extensions offer excellent value for money in terms of cost per square meter of new space.

Wrap-Around Extensions

Combining side and rear extensions to create L-shaped additions that maximize available space and transform your home's layout and functionality.

Kitchen Extensions

Specially designed to create modern, open-plan kitchen spaces that become the heart of your home, perfect for family living and entertaining.

Side Return Extensions

Utilising often-overlooked side passages to add valuable additional width to terraced and semi-detached properties throughout Wigan.

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Enquire about your house extension in Wigan

Ready to explore how a expertly crafted extension could transform your home? Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and take the first step toward creating the additional space your family needs.

You can reach us at 01204 358908 or by dropping us a line at info@mkwbuildersleigh.co.uk.