Pitched roof extensions for homes in Dursley
Dursley homeowners can use us for the whole pitched roof extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in DursleyFrom £22,500 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsGL11
Will the council need to approve it?
In England a single-storey rear extension can usually go up to 3 m beyond the original rear wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 m on a detached house, without a planning application, provided it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m within 2 m of a boundary and, with other buildings, covers no more than half the land around the original house. The larger home extension prior approval scheme raises those depths to 6 m and 8 m, with neighbours notified and a 42-day decision.
In a conservation area, national park, National Landscape, the Broads or a World Heritage Site the permitted development limits are tighter (no side or two-storey extensions without an application). Listed homes need listed building consent, and if permitted development rights have been removed, any extension needs an application.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
How much does a pitched roof extension cost in Dursley?
For Dursley we adjust our national guide rates by ×1.02, the factor we use for South West England. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Dursley: £1,890 to £3,570 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £22,500 – £26,500 | £26,000 – £34,000 | £33,500 – £43,000 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £37,500 – £44,000 | £43,500 – £56,500 | £56,000 – £71,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £56,500 – £66,000 | £65,500 – £84,500 | £84,000 – £107,500 |
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Local to Dursley
Postcode districts we cover around Dursley include GL11. Neighbouring towns we cover include Stroud (8 miles), Thornbury (10 miles), Yate (11 miles), Gloucester (13 miles).
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.
What we take care of
- Insulation to current building regulations
- Roof windows positioned for light and ventilation
- Roof design matched to the existing pitch and tiles
- Vaulted ceilings or flat ceilings with storage above
- Lead or proprietary flashings to the main wall
Matching tiles is harder than it sounds. We source reclaimed or closest-match tiles where the originals are no longer made and agree samples with you before ordering.
What happens next
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
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
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 pitched roof extensions
Do you cover all of Dursley?
Yes. We cover Dursley and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How long does a pitched roof extension take to build in Dursley?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 6–12 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Dursley?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Can I have a vaulted ceiling?
Yes. A vaulted ceiling with roof windows is one of the main reasons to choose a pitched roof. It needs insulation between and under the rafters to meet the building regulations.
Is a pitched roof better than a flat roof?
Neither is better in all cases. Pitched roofs blend with traditional houses and shed water quickly; flat roofs give more headroom and suit modern designs and lanterns.
Book a free site visit in Dursley
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.