Side Extensions Gedling
Make use of the wasted strip down the flank of your Gedling home. A side extension turns a narrow side alley or garage gap into a bright kitchen, utility, or dining space that flows with the rest of the house.
We design and build side return and full side extensions across Gedling, Carlton, Arnold, and Netherfield, handling everything from the first survey to the final coat of paint.
- Local Gedling builders with 15+ years nearby
- Full planning and building control managed for you
- Fixed written quotes with no hidden extras
Turn dead space into your best room
Many Gedling homes, especially the semis and terraces around Carlton Hill, Arnold, and Mapperley, have a slim gap or side alley that does nothing but collect bins and bikes. A side extension claims that ground and adds genuine floor space where you use it most.
The most popular choice locally is the side return infill on Victorian and Edwardian terraces, opening up a cramped galley kitchen into a wide, light-filled family space. On wider plots with a garage or drive to spare, a full side extension can add a whole new room, a downstairs bathroom, or a bigger kitchen-diner.
Because the work sits to the side rather than eating into your garden, you keep your outdoor space while gaining indoors. It is one of the most cost-effective ways to grow a Gedling home without moving.
At a glance
Build time: 8-14 weeks typical
Best for: Terraces, semis, and homes with a side alley or garage gap
Adds: Kitchen space, utility, dining, or a downstairs WC
Covering NG3, NG4 & NG5
Gedling, Carlton, Arnold, Netherfield, Mapperley, Woodthorpe and the surrounding villages.
Why Gedling homeowners choose a side extension
- Uses wasted ground – the narrow side alley or old garage strip becomes real, usable living space.
- Keeps your garden – unlike a rear extension, you build sideways so the back garden stays intact.
- Brighter kitchens – a side return infill floods dark galley kitchens with light through roof glazing.
- Often permitted development – many Gedling side extensions avoid a full planning application when kept within limits.
- Adds value – extra ground-floor space and a modern kitchen-diner are strong selling points across NG4 and NG5.
- Better flow – open-plan layouts connect kitchen, dining and garden for everyday family living.
How we build your Gedling side extension
Free site survey
We visit your Gedling home, measure the side space, and talk through what you want to achieve.
Design & drawings
Our team produces plans and a layout that suits your plot, whether a side return infill or full-width build.
Planning & approvals
We handle any planning application or permitted development check with Gedling Borough Council for you.
Fixed quote
You receive a clear written quote with a schedule of works and no hidden extras.
Groundwork & build
Foundations, walls, roof and glazing go up with regular building control inspections.
Fit-out
Plastering, electrics, plumbing, flooring and kitchen fit bring the new space to life.
Handover
A final walk-through, sign-off certificates, and your guarantee paperwork complete the job.
Side extension costs in Gedling
Guide ranges for 2026. Your final price depends on size, ground conditions, glazing and finish. We give a fixed quote after the survey.
| Project type | Approx size | Guide price (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Side return infill (terrace) | 6-10 m² | £28,000 – £42,000 |
| Single-storey full side extension | 12-18 m² | £42,000 – £62,000 |
| Side extension with kitchen fit-out | 15-22 m² | £55,000 – £80,000 |
| Garage conversion into side room | varies | £18,000 – £32,000 |
Prices include design, build and standard finishes. Premium glazing, bi-fold doors and high-end kitchens add to the total.
Planning & permitted development notes
What Gedling homeowners should know
Many single-storey side extensions fall under permitted development if the width is no more than half the width of the original house and the height stays modest. We check this for your specific NG address before any work begins.
A full planning application through Gedling Borough Council is usually needed if your home is in a conservation area, is listed, or if the extension is larger than permitted limits. Homes near Gedling Country Park and older conservation streets often need closer attention.
Building regulations approval is always required, covering foundations, structure, insulation and drainage. We manage the full process and book all inspections for you.
Not sure about your plot?
Send us your postcode and we will tell you whether your Gedling side extension is likely to need planning permission.
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What Gedling homeowners say
Real reviews from side extension projects across the area.
They turned our dark side alley in Carlton into a wide, bright kitchen. The side return infill made a huge difference and the team kept the garden tidy throughout.
We had a full side extension on our Arnold semi to add a utility and bigger kitchen. Clear pricing, handled the planning with Gedling council, and finished on time.
Converted the old garage on the side of our Mapperley house into a snug and downstairs WC. Friendly local team who really knew the area and its housing stock.
Side extension questions, Gedling
Often not. Many single-storey side extensions in Gedling fall under permitted development if the width stays within half the original house width and the height is modest. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, a full application to Gedling Borough Council is usually needed. We check your exact address for you.
As a 2026 guide, a side return infill on a Gedling terrace typically runs from around £28,000, while a full single-storey side extension is usually £42,000 to £62,000. Adding a kitchen fit-out pushes it higher. We give a fixed written quote after a free survey.
Most Gedling side extensions take 8 to 14 weeks on site, depending on size and whether a kitchen or bathroom fit-out is included. We give you a clear schedule with your quote so you know what to expect week by week.
Yes. The narrow side alley on many Gedling terraces is ideal for a side return infill, and an old side garage often converts into a room or extends into a wider space. We assess your plot on the free survey and advise the best option.
Usually, yes. Extra ground-floor space and a modern kitchen-diner are strong selling points across NG4 and NG5. Because a side extension keeps the garden intact, it appeals to buyers looking for both indoor and outdoor space.
Ready to use that side space in Gedling?
Book a free site survey and get a fixed, no-obligation quote for your side extension.