Glass box extensions in Reigate: design, approvals and build
Reigate homeowners can use us for the whole glass extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in ReigateFrom £33,500 inc VAT
- PlanningSame limits as single-storey rear; glazing checked for building regs
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsRH2
Planning rules that apply in Reigate
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.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Working in Reigate
Our survey diary covers Reigate, including RH2. We also work in nearby Redhill (2 miles), Horley (5 miles), Banstead (6 miles), Caterham (6 miles).
Just over the Greater London border, Coulsdon is about 6 miles away. Homes across the South East range from Victorian terraces in the older town centres to large detached houses on the edges, so the right extension type varies street by street.
How much does a glass extension cost in Reigate?
These guide figures apply our South East England adjustment (×1.12) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Reigate: £3,360 to £6,500 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 4 m 8 m² | £33,500 – £40,500 | £33,500 – £42,500 | £38,500 – £52,000 |
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £40,000 – £48,500 | £47,000 – £59,500 | £57,500 – £78,000 |
| 3 m × 6 m 18 m² | £60,000 – £73,000 | £70,500 – £89,000 | £86,500 – £117,000 |
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Who a glass extension suits
- Garden-facing dining rooms
- Period and listed-style houses where a light touch is wanted
- Small infill spaces and side returns
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.
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
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
Fixed written price
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
Build and sign-off
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Glass extension questions answered
Will my neighbours in Reigate 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.
Do you cover all of Reigate?
Yes. We cover Reigate and the surrounding parts of Surrey. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Do I need building regulations approval in Reigate?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
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.
How much does a glass extension cost?
Our guide range is about £3,360 to £6,500 per m² including VAT, because structural glass is made to order. A 12 m² standard-spec glass extension is typically £47,000 to £59,500 in Reigate.
Book a free site visit in Reigate
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.