L Shaped Extension Long Eaton
An L shaped extension wraps around the rear and side of your home, adding a large open-plan kitchen, dining and living space in one build. It is one of the most popular projects we deliver across Long Eaton, from the Victorian terraces near the town centre to the semis around Sawley Road and Wilsthorpe.
We manage everything for you – design, planning, building regulations and construction – with one local team and one point of contact.
- Free site surveys across Long Eaton and Sawley
- Full design and planning service included
- Fixed written quotes – no hidden extras
Wrap Around Space for Long Eaton Homes
An L shaped extension is a type of wrap around extension. It combines a rear extension with a side return or side extension, so the new footprint forms an L around the back corner of your house. The result is far more usable space than either extension alone, and it suits Long Eaton housing stock very well.
Many homes in Long Eaton – especially the terraces and 1930s semis around College Street, Derby Road and the Wilsthorpe estate – have a narrow side return or an underused side path. An L shaped design captures that dead space and joins it to a new rear room, creating a wide, bright kitchen-diner across the full width of the plot.
We are a local firm, so we know Erewash Borough Council’s planning process, the typical foundations needed near the Erewash Canal and River Trent side of town, and the party wall issues that come with terraced streets. That local knowledge keeps your project on time and on budget.
Every project starts with a free survey. We measure up, talk through your ideas, and give you a clear written quote with a realistic timeline before you commit to anything.
Best For
Terraced and semi-detached homes with a side return or side garden, families who want a large open-plan kitchen-diner, and anyone who wants maximum ground-floor space without moving house.
Typical Long Eaton Project
25-40 sqm of new space, 10-14 weeks on site, often built under permitted development or a straightforward householder application to Erewash Borough Council.
Benefits of an L Shaped Extension
Why Long Eaton homeowners pick this layout over a simple rear extension.
- Maximum floor area – the L shape uses both the rear garden and the side return, adding far more space than a single extension.
- True open-plan living – create one wide kitchen, dining and family room across the full width of the house.
- More natural light – two new elevations mean more room for bifold doors, roof lanterns and skylights.
- Better value per square metre – one build, one set of foundations and one roof structure costs less than doing two projects separately.
- Strong added value – a well-built L shaped extension typically adds 15-20% to the value of a Long Eaton home.
- Flexible layouts – the shape naturally zones the space, so you can separate cooking, dining and lounging areas without walls.
Our L Shaped Extension Process
A clear six-step route from first call to finished room.
Free Site Survey
We visit your Long Eaton home, measure the rear and side space, and discuss what you want from the extension.
Design and Drawings
Our designers produce scaled plans and layout options for the L shaped footprint, refined with your feedback.
Planning and Approvals
We handle permitted development checks or a full application to Erewash Borough Council, plus party wall notices where needed.
Groundworks and Structure
Foundations, drainage, steelwork and walls go up. We protect access and keep the site tidy throughout.
Roof, Glazing and Fit-Out
Roof lanterns, bifolds and windows go in, then plastering, electrics, plumbing, kitchen and flooring.
Sign-Off and Handover
Building control issues the completion certificate and we hand over your finished space with all guarantees.
L Shaped Extension Costs in Long Eaton
Guide prices for 2026. Every home is different, so we always confirm with a fixed written quote.
| Project Size | Typical Scope | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| Small L shape (20-25 sqm) | Side return plus modest rear extension, shell and basic fit-out | £48,000 – £62,000 |
| Medium L shape (25-35 sqm) | Full-width kitchen-diner with bifolds and roof lantern | £62,000 – £85,000 |
| Large L shape (35-45 sqm) | Kitchen, dining, utility and WC with high-spec finish | £85,000 – £115,000 |
| Design and planning package | Drawings, planning application and building regs plans | £2,000 – £4,000 |
Prices exclude kitchens and appliances unless quoted. VAT applies where relevant. Ground conditions near the canal or river may affect foundation costs – your survey confirms this before you commit.
Do You Need Planning Permission?
📋 Planning Notes for L Shaped Extensions
Because an L shaped extension covers two elevations, it usually falls outside standard permitted development rights, so most projects in Long Eaton need a householder planning application to Erewash Borough Council. Some smaller designs can be split into permitted development elements, and we will advise on the best route at your survey.
Key points the council will look at: single-storey height kept under 4 metres, no more than half the garden covered, matching or complementary materials, and no undue loss of light to neighbours. Terraced streets often also need party wall agreements with both neighbours. We prepare and manage all of this for you, and we have a 100% planning success rate on the applications we submit.
Areas We Cover
We build L shaped extensions in Long Eaton and across the surrounding towns.
Not listed? We cover most of the surrounding area – get in touch and we will confirm.
L Shaped Extension Projects
What Long Eaton Homeowners Say
“Our terrace off Derby Road had a narrow side return we never used. The L shaped extension turned it and the back yard into one big kitchen-diner. The team handled the party wall notices with both neighbours and kept everything spotless.”
“Planning with Erewash Council worried us, but they managed the whole application and it sailed through. Twelve weeks on site, finished on the date they promised, and the bifolds onto the garden are brilliant.”
“We got three quotes and theirs was the clearest by far – itemised, fixed, no surprises. The L shape gave us a kitchen, dining area and a utility room. Best money we have spent on the house in Sawley.”
L Shaped Extension FAQs
Usually yes. Because the extension wraps two elevations, most L shaped designs in Long Eaton need a householder application to Erewash Borough Council. Some smaller schemes can be built under permitted development. We check this free of charge at your survey and handle the application for you.
Most Long Eaton projects fall between £48,000 and £115,000 depending on size and specification. A typical 25-35 sqm kitchen-diner with bifolds and a roof lantern is usually £62,000 to £85,000. We give a fixed written quote after a free survey.
Most L shaped extensions in Long Eaton take 10 to 14 weeks on site. Add 8 to 12 weeks beforehand for design, planning and building regulations. We give you a full programme before work starts and keep you updated weekly.
On Long Eaton’s terraced and semi-detached streets, usually yes – building along or near the boundary triggers the Party Wall Act. We prepare the notices for you, and most neighbours consent without needing a surveyor. It rarely delays the project when done early.
Yes, almost all our Long Eaton clients do. We keep the existing house sealed off and weathertight for most of the build, and only break through to connect the new space near the end. We plan the knock-through with you to keep disruption short.
Ready to Plan Your L Shaped Extension?
Book a free, no-obligation survey at your Long Eaton home. We will measure up, talk through your options and give you a clear fixed quote.