Wraparound extensions in Motherwell
A wraparound extension in Motherwell starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide price in MotherwellFrom £35,000 inc VAT
- PlanningScottish householder rules; building warrant needed
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsML1, ML4
What should I budget for a wraparound extension in Motherwell?
Prices below are for Motherwell, using the Scotland factor of ×0.98. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Motherwell: £1,960 to £3,630 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact L-shape 18 m² | £35,000 – £42,500 | £40,500 – £51,500 | £51,000 – £65,500 |
| Medium L-shape 25 m² | £49,000 – £59,000 | £56,000 – £71,500 | £71,000 – £91,000 |
| Large L-shape 32 m² | £62,500 – £75,500 | £72,000 – £91,000 | £90,500 – £116,500 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Covering Motherwell
Postcode districts we cover around Motherwell include ML1, ML4. The same team covers Bellshill (2 miles), Hamilton (2 miles), Wishaw (3 miles), Larkhall (4 miles), all within easy reach.
Scotland's housing includes sandstone villas, terraces and tenements in the cities and plenty of post-war and modern houses and bungalows elsewhere. A building warrant is needed before work starts.
Planning rules that apply in Motherwell
In Scotland, householder permitted development rules (Class 1A for single-storey ground-floor extensions and Class 1B for extensions of more than one storey) allow some smaller extensions without a planning application, within limits on depth, height and distance from the boundary. Conservation areas and listed buildings are more restricted.
In a conservation area or national scenic area the householder permitted development rights are more limited, listed homes need listed building consent, and if rights have been removed by a condition or direction, any extension needs an application.
In Scotland a building warrant from the council is needed before work starts on almost any extension, and a completion certificate is issued when the work is accepted. Building standards are set in the Scottish technical handbooks.
Building close to a public sewer needs the agreement of Scottish Water, which we check during design.
Applications are decided by your council as planning authority.
Who a wraparound extension suits
- Semi-detached houses with a side passage
- Terraced houses that want the largest ground floor possible
- Families who want kitchen, dining and living in one space
From first visit to completion
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
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
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
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Common questions in Motherwell
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Motherwell, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
How long does a wraparound extension take to build in Motherwell?
On site, typically 14 to 20 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–16 weeks design and approvals.
Who do I contract with for a wraparound extension in Motherwell?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Is a wraparound better than a side return alone?
It adds far more space, but costs more and needs planning permission more often. Our comparison guide sets the two side by side.
How much does a wraparound extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,960 to £3,630 per m² including VAT. A 25 m² standard-spec wraparound typically lands around £56,000 to £71,500 in Motherwell before design and council fees.
Book a free site visit in Motherwell
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.