Double Storey Extensions Clifton
Add a full extra floor of living space to your Clifton home without moving house. Our double storey extensions give you a bigger kitchen or living room downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom above, all built to a high standard for local families.
From the older estates near Clifton Village to the semis and terraces off Southchurch Drive, we design each two storey extension around your home, your budget and the way your family lives.
- Extra bedroom and bathroom in one project
- Local team who know Clifton planning
- Fixed written quotes with no hidden costs
Double storey extensions built for Clifton homes
A double storey extension is one of the best value ways to grow your Clifton home. Because you build up as well as out, you gain two rooms for close to the cost of one large single storey build. That extra floor is why so many local owners choose to extend rather than face the cost and stress of moving to a bigger property elsewhere.
Many Clifton houses are 1950s and 1960s semis and terraces with decent plots but modest room sizes. A well planned two storey extension can turn a cramped three bed into a comfortable four or five bed home, with an open plan kitchen and dining space below and a master suite or extra bedrooms above.
We handle everything from the first survey and drawings through to building control sign off. You get one local team, one point of contact and a clear plan from start to finish.
At a glance
Typical build: 12 to 18 weeks
Adds: Kitchen or living space plus a bedroom or bathroom
Best for: Growing Clifton families needing more room
Free Clifton site survey
We visit your home, check what is possible and give you honest advice before you commit to anything.
Benefits for Clifton homes
- Two rooms in one project – Gain living space downstairs and a bedroom or bathroom upstairs from a single build, which is far better value than two separate jobs.
- Keep your garden – Clifton plots vary in size, so building up instead of far out protects your outdoor space and the room to the rear.
- Cheaper than moving – Avoid stamp duty, estate agent fees and removal costs while staying in the Clifton community and schools you know.
- Adds real value – An extra bedroom and bathroom is one of the strongest ways to raise the resale value of a Clifton semi or terrace.
- Room for family life – Create a home office, guest room or a proper master suite without the daily squeeze on space.
- Matched to your street – We design brickwork, rooflines and windows to sit naturally alongside the existing Clifton housing style.
Our double storey extension process
Free survey
We visit your Clifton home, measure up and talk through what you want to achieve and your budget.
Design and drawings
Our team produces detailed plans and 3D layouts so you can see the finished extension before work begins.
Planning and approvals
We prepare and submit any planning or building control paperwork and manage it through to approval.
Foundations
We lay strong foundations and, where needed, agree party wall matters with your neighbours.
Build the shell
Walls, floor and roof go up, tied neatly into your existing home and weatherproofed.
First and second fix
Plumbing, wiring, plastering, heating and joinery bring both floors to life.
Finish and handover
We decorate, clean up, complete building control sign off and hand back your new space.
Double storey extension costs in Clifton
Every home is different, so these 2026 figures are a guide only. We give you a fixed written quote after your free survey.
| Extension type | Typical size | Guide price (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Small double storey (side or rear) | Up to 20 sqm total | £55,000 – £75,000 |
| Standard double storey rear | 20 – 35 sqm total | £75,000 – £100,000 |
| Large double storey | 35 – 50 sqm total | £100,000 – £135,000 |
| Double storey with kitchen and bathroom fit out | Full spec | £120,000 + |
Prices include structural work and a standard finish. Kitchens, bathrooms and high end fittings are costed separately so you stay in control of the budget.
Do you need planning permission?
Some double storey extensions in Clifton fall under permitted development, but two storey builds are more likely to need full planning permission than single storey ones, especially near boundaries or on the front of the house. Rules on height, how far you extend to the rear and windows overlooking neighbours all apply.
We check your exact address against Nottingham City Council rules and manage the whole application for you, so nothing is missed.
Clifton planning points
Two storey rear extensions usually must not extend more than 3 metres from the original rear wall.
Upper floor side windows often need obscured glazing to protect neighbour privacy.
The extension should sit below the main ridge and respect the look of the street.
Some Clifton homes have existing extensions that affect what more you can add.
Local extension services near Clifton
Based locally and covering Clifton and the surrounding Nottingham area. Not sure if we reach you? Just ask.
Recent double storey projects
What Clifton homeowners say
We needed a fourth bedroom for our growing family and did not want to leave Clifton. The team built a two storey rear extension that gave us a bigger kitchen and a lovely master with an en suite. Tidy, on time and no surprises on price.
Really pleased with our double storey extension. They handled the planning side for our Clifton semi and kept us updated the whole way. The new brickwork matches the old house so well you would not know where one ends.
From the first survey to handover everything was clear and professional. We now have an extra bathroom and bedroom upstairs and a bright open plan space below. Cannot recommend them highly enough to other Clifton families.
Double storey extension FAQs
For most Clifton homes a double storey extension costs between £55,000 and £135,000 depending on size and finish. We give you a fixed written quote after a free survey so you know the full cost before you commit.
Two storey extensions in Clifton often need full planning permission, especially near boundaries or at the front. We check your address against the local rules and handle the whole application for you.
Most double storey extensions take around 12 to 18 weeks on site once work begins. Larger or more detailed projects can take longer, and we give you a clear schedule before we start.
Yes, most Clifton owners stay at home throughout. There will be some noise and dust and a short period when the two homes join up, but we plan the work to keep disruption to a minimum.
Usually yes. Adding a bedroom and bathroom is one of the strongest ways to raise the value of a Clifton semi or terrace, and it often costs far less than moving to a larger house.
Ready to extend your Clifton home?
Book a free site survey and get honest advice and a clear written quote for your double storey extension.