Timber frame extensions across Mid Glamorgan
Our design and build teams take on timber frame extensions in Mid Glamorgan, from the first measured survey through planning and building control to the finished room.
- Guide priceFrom £19,500 inc VAT
- PlanningWelsh permitted development rules (rear up to 4 m)
- Towns covered12
- Site visitFree, no obligation

Towns in Mid Glamorgan
Included in a typical project
- Foundations, often lighter than masonry
- Cladding, render or brick slip finish
- Breathable wall build-up with insulation
- Frame design and structural calculations
Extensions in and around Mid Glamorgan
Towns we cover in Mid Glamorgan include Rhondda, Tonypandy, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd, Aberdare, Caerphilly, Maesteg. In Wales, terraced houses with rear offshoots are common in the towns, while detached houses and bungalows dominate in rural areas.
Guide prices for Mid Glamorgan
Prices below are for Mid Glamorgan, using the Wales factor of ×0.93. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Mid Glamorgan: £1,630 to £3,160 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £19,500 – £23,500 | £22,500 – £30,000 | £29,000 – £38,000 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £32,500 – £39,500 | £38,000 – £49,500 | £48,000 – £63,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £48,500 – £59,000 | £57,000 – £74,000 | £72,500 – £95,000 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Planning rules that apply in Mid Glamorgan
In Wales a single-storey rear extension can usually project up to 4 m beyond the rear wall without a planning application, if it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m and overall height to 4 m within 2 m of a boundary, and covers no more than half the land around the original house. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval scheme.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (AONBs) and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies in Wales as in England: notice must be served before work to a shared wall, building on the boundary, or excavating close to a neighbour's foundations.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your county or county borough council, or the national park authority).
How the project works
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
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.
Timber frame extension questions answered
Do I need building regulations approval in Mid Glamorgan?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
How long does a timber frame extension take to build in Mid Glamorgan?
On site, typically 8 to 14 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–12 weeks design and approvals.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Mid Glamorgan, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Does a timber frame extension need planning permission?
The same planning rules apply as for any extension. If the cladding looks different from the house, permitted development’s matching-materials condition may mean an application is needed.
Is timber frame cheaper than brick?
It is similar overall. The frame can save time on site, but the cladding choice has a big effect on cost. Our guide range is about £1,630 to £3,160 per m² including VAT.
Book a free site visit in Mid Glamorgan
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.