Glass box extensions for homes in Gloucestershire
We design and build glass extensions for houses in Gloucestershire, with a written price once the survey and design are done and one point of contact throughout.
- Guide priceFrom £30,500 inc VAT
- PlanningSame limits as single-storey rear; glazing checked for building regs
- Towns covered10
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Towns in Gloucestershire
What we take care of
- Drainage details for frameless roofs
- Design with specialist glazing input
- Solar-control and low-energy glass specification
- Steel or glass beams and slim-frame glazing
- Planning drawings that show the glass detail
Solar gain is the risk. We specify solar-control glass, plan for opening vents or sliding panels, and avoid fully glazed roofs on south-facing extensions unless shading is included.
Planning and approvals in Gloucestershire
In England a glazed or orangery-style extension follows the same size limits as any single-storey rear extension: 3 m or 4 m without an application, or up to 6 m and 8 m through prior approval. Building regulations limit glazing to about a quarter of the new floor area plus the openings it replaces, unless whole-house calculations show the design still performs.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (formerly AONBs), the Broads and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Glass extension prices in Gloucestershire
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Gloucestershire we use our South West England factor (×1.02). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Gloucestershire: £3,060 to £5,920 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 4 m 8 m² | £30,500 – £37,000 | £30,500 – £38,500 | £35,000 – £47,500 |
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £36,500 – £44,500 | £42,500 – £54,000 | £52,500 – £71,000 |
| 3 m × 6 m 18 m² | £55,000 – £66,500 | £64,000 – £81,000 | £78,500 – £106,500 |
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Extensions in and around Gloucestershire
Towns we cover in Gloucestershire include Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Kingswood, Mangotsfield, Yate, Tewkesbury, Cirencester. In the South West, local stone, render and brick vary from town to town, so matching materials is a big part of designing an extension that looks right.
Our process, step by step
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
Build and sign-off
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Questions people ask about glass extensions
How long does a glass extension take to build in Gloucestershire?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–14 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Gloucestershire?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Will my neighbours in Gloucestershire be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
How much does a glass extension cost?
Our guide range is about £3,060 to £5,920 per m² including VAT, because structural glass is made to order. A 12 m² standard-spec glass extension is typically £42,500 to £54,000 in Gloucestershire.
Are glass extensions cold in winter?
Modern double or triple glazing with warm-edge spacers and underfloor heating keeps them comfortable. They are not as warm as a solid room, and we explain the trade-off honestly.
Book a free site visit in Gloucestershire
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.