Building services in Porthcawl
House extensions
- Single-storey extensions
- Double-storey extensions
- Side extensions
- Side return extensions
- Wraparound extensions
- Kitchen extensions
- Orangeries
- Glazed and contemporary extensions
- Porches
Loft conversions
- Dormer loft conversions
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions
- Mansard loft conversions
- Rooflight loft conversions
- Bungalow loft conversions
Garage, basement and barn conversions
New build homes
Renovations and structural work
Design and approvals
Guide prices in Porthcawl
| Project | Guide range (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey extensions | £1,800–£2,650 per m² of floor area |
| Kitchen extensions | £2,050–£3,150 per m² including a mid-range kitchen |
| Dormer loft conversions | £44,000–£62,500 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite |
| Hip-to-gable loft conversions | £50,500–£72,000 for a hip-to-gable with rear dormer |
| House renovations | £850–£1,650 per m² for a medium to full renovation |
| Orangeries | £2,200–£3,150 per m² of floor area |
Prices across Wales are typically 8% below the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for Porthcawl.
Planning permission in Porthcawl
In Wales a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: up to 4 metres beyond the rear wall and up to 4 metres high, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary and no more than half the land around the original house covered. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval route, so deeper extensions need a planning application, as do extensions to flats, listed buildings and houses whose rights have been removed.
Building regulations in Wales are set by the Welsh Government. Approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver, with inspections during the work and a completion certificate at the end.
About building in Porthcawl
Wales has many terraced valley streets, stone cottages and post-war estates, so extension designs are shaped by slopes, materials and local character.
If your home is in Porthcawl or close by in Bridgend, Maesteg and Neath, a free home visit is the first step. Porthcawl has a population of around 16,000.
How it works
- 01
Survey and brief
We visit, discuss your ideas and budget, and survey the property or site at no cost.
- 02
Design and fixed quote
Drawings, structural calculations and an itemised, fixed price for the agreed specification.
- 03
Permissions sorted
Applications, building control and neighbour arrangements, all before the start date.
- 04
Build and sign-off
We run the build to a written programme and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions from homeowners in Porthcawl
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Porthcawl?
In Wales a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: up to 4 metres beyond the rear wall and up to 4 metres high, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary and no more than half the land around the original house covered. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval route, so deeper extensions need a planning application, as do extensions to flats, listed buildings and houses whose rights have been removed.
How much does an extension cost in Porthcawl?
A single-storey extension in Porthcawl typically costs £1,800–£2,650 per m² of floor area, and a double-storey extension £1,500–£2,300 per m² of floor area (both floors), including VAT.
How much does a loft conversion cost in Porthcawl?
A rear dormer loft conversion in Porthcawl typically costs £44,000–£62,500 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite, including VAT.
Do you work in Porthcawl?
Yes. We take on extensions, loft conversions, conversions, renovations and new builds across Porthcawl, including postcodes CF36.
Is the home visit free?
Yes. The first visit to discuss your project and measure up for a quote is free, with no obligation.