Side Extensions Long Eaton
Long Eaton is full of homes with a narrow strip of unused land down one side – the perfect spot for a side extension. Whether you have a semi off Tamworth Road or a 1930s house near West Park, we help you turn that dead space into a bright new kitchen, utility, snug or wider hallway.
Our team has been building side extensions across Long Eaton and the surrounding NG10 streets for over 15 years, handling everything from the first survey to the final coat of paint.
- ★ Free site surveys across Long Eaton and NG10
- ★ Party wall and Erewash Borough planning handled for you
- ★ Fixed written quotes with no hidden extras
Make the most of the space beside your Long Eaton home
Many Long Eaton properties, especially the semis around Wilsthorpe Road and the terraces near the town centre, have a side access or driveway that could be far more useful. A side extension fills that gap to create the extra room your family actually needs, without eating into your back garden.
Popular uses in Long Eaton include a wider kitchen-diner, a downstairs utility and WC, a home office for commuters using the Long Eaton railway station, or simply a proper hallway so the front door no longer opens straight into the living room. Because the footprint is usually modest, side extensions are often one of the most cost-effective ways to add space and value here.
We match new brickwork and rooflines to your existing house so the finished extension looks like it was always part of the property, whether that is red facing brick or a rendered finish common on newer NG10 estates.
Why a side extension in Long Eaton?
Long Eaton plots often have a slim side margin that adds little value as it is. Building into it keeps your garden intact while adding a genuinely usable room.
Local knowledge
We know Erewash Borough Council’s requirements and the mix of house types across Long Eaton, so we design to suit both your home and the local planning approach.
Why Long Eaton homeowners choose a side extension
- Keeps your garden – you gain space without losing precious outdoor room, which matters on tighter Long Eaton plots.
- Great value per square metre – a modest footprint often means a lower overall cost than a large rear or double storey build.
- Fixes awkward layouts – widen a narrow kitchen, add a utility, or create the proper entrance hall so many older Long Eaton homes lack.
- Adds resale value – a well-built side return or side infill is a strong selling point across the NG10 market.
- Often permitted development – many single storey side extensions in Long Eaton fall within permitted development, saving time and cost.
- Seamless match – brick, render and rooflines matched to your existing house for a finish that blends in.
Our side extension process in Long Eaton
Free site survey
We visit your Long Eaton home, measure the side space, check access and talk through what you want to achieve.
Design and drawings
We produce plans that suit your house and confirm whether it falls under permitted development or needs a planning application.
Planning and approvals
We handle any Erewash Borough Council submission, building regulations and party wall notices with neighbours.
Fixed written quote
You receive a clear, itemised quote with a realistic timescale before any work begins.
Groundwork and build
Foundations, brickwork, roof and weathertight shell, kept tidy and considerate to neighbours on your street.
Fit out and finish
Plastering, electrics, plumbing, flooring and decoration to leave the room ready to use.
Sign off and handover
Final building control inspection, completion certificate and a walk round so you are happy with every detail.
Side extension costs in Long Eaton
These are guide ranges for 2026. Your exact price depends on size, ground conditions and finish. We give you a fixed written quote after a free survey.
| Type of side extension | Typical size | Guide cost (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Single storey side infill (side return) | Up to 10 sq m | £22,000 – £35,000 |
| Single storey side extension | 10 – 18 sq m | £35,000 – £55,000 |
| Larger single storey side extension | 18 – 25 sq m | £50,000 – £70,000 |
| Double storey side extension | Two floors | £70,000 – £110,000 |
| Premium finish or complex ground works | Varies | Quoted individually |
Ranges include structural work and a standard finish. Kitchens, bathrooms and premium fittings are quoted separately so you stay in control of the budget.
Planning and permitted development notes
What to know before you build in Long Eaton
Long Eaton sits within Erewash Borough Council. Many single storey side extensions here can be built under permitted development, but there are limits you need to meet:
- Width limit – a side extension under permitted development must be no wider than half the width of the original house.
- Height limit – single storey side extensions are capped at four metres in height and cannot be higher than the existing roof.
- Two storey side extensions – these almost always need a full planning application from Erewash Borough Council.
- Conservation and corner plots – if your Long Eaton home is on a prominent corner or in a designated area, extra rules may apply.
We confirm the correct route for your property and handle the paperwork, so you never have to guess.
Free planning check
Not sure if you need permission? We will tell you at the free survey whether your Long Eaton side extension is permitted development or needs an application.
Side extensions across Long Eaton and nearby
Based in the area and covering all of Long Eaton and the wider NG10 postcode. If your street is not listed, just ask.
Recent side extensions
What Long Eaton homeowners say
Real feedback from side extension projects across Long Eaton.
They turned the useless strip down the side of our Long Eaton semi into a lovely big kitchen. The brickwork matches perfectly and you would never know it was an extension.
We needed a downstairs utility and WC and they built a neat side extension in a few weeks. Sorted all the planning with Erewash Council for us. Tidy team and no surprises on the bill.
Fixed quote from the start and they stuck to it. Our new side room gave us the proper hallway and office we wanted. Would recommend to anyone in Long Eaton.
Side extension questions from Long Eaton homeowners
Many single storey side extensions in Long Eaton fall under permitted development, provided they are no wider than half the original house and no more than four metres high. Two storey side extensions usually need a full application to Erewash Borough Council. We confirm the correct route at your free survey.
As a 2026 guide, a single storey side extension in Long Eaton typically costs between £22,000 and £70,000 depending on size and finish, while a double storey side extension runs from around £70,000. You get a fixed written quote after our free survey.
Most single storey side extensions in Long Eaton take around eight to twelve weeks on site once we start. A double storey build takes longer. We give you a realistic timescale with your quote and keep you updated throughout.
Yes. We source matching bricks or render and match rooflines and windows so the extension blends with your property. This is important on Long Eaton’s older terraces and semis where a poor match really stands out.
If your side extension is built near or on a shared boundary, the Party Wall Act may apply and neighbours must be notified. This is common on Long Eaton’s closely spaced homes. We prepare and serve the correct party wall notices for you.
Ready to add a side extension in Long Eaton?
Book your free site survey today and get a clear, fixed quote for your project. No pressure and no obligation.