Building services in Taunton
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 Taunton
| Project | Guide range (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Kitchen extensions | £2,300–£3,450 per m² including a mid-range kitchen |
| Dormer loft conversions | £49,000–£69,500 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite |
| Hip-to-gable loft conversions | £56,000–£79,500 for a hip-to-gable with rear dormer |
| House renovations | £900–£1,850 per m² for a medium to full renovation |
| Structural alterations and knock-throughs | £4,500–£9,750 for a typical knock-through with steel beam |
| Porches | £6,750–£16,500 from a 3 m² porch to a small front extension |
Building costs in the South West are close to the UK average, so the figures for Taunton are close to our national guide.
Planning permission in Taunton
In England a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: broadly up to 3 metres deep on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary, and covering no more than half the garden. The larger home extension scheme allows up to 6 or 8 metres if you notify the council first and neighbours have a chance to comment. In conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes the larger home extension route, side extensions and cladding are not permitted development. Flats and houses whose rights have been removed need a planning application, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.
About building in Taunton
The South West mixes stone and render cottages with post-war and newer estates, and local materials matter more here when matching an extension.
Taunton sits in Somerset. We cover the whole of Taunton, including postcodes TA1. Taunton has a population of around 65,000.
How it works
- 01
Free visit
We look at the property, talk through what you want and measure up. There is no charge and no obligation.
- 02
Design and pricing
Design options, then a fixed quote based on the chosen drawings and specification.
- 03
Permissions sorted
Applications, building control and neighbour arrangements, all before the start date.
- 04
Build and handover
Work follows the agreed programme, with inspections along the way and a completion certificate at the end.
Questions from homeowners in Taunton
Do you work in Taunton?
Yes. We take on extensions, loft conversions, conversions, renovations and new builds across Taunton, including postcodes TA1.
How much does a loft conversion cost in Taunton?
A rear dormer loft conversion in Taunton typically costs £49,000–£69,500 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite, including VAT.
How much does an extension cost in Taunton?
A single-storey extension in Taunton typically costs £2,000–£2,950 per m² of floor area, and a double-storey extension £1,700–£2,550 per m² of floor area (both floors), including VAT.
Is the home visit free?
Yes. The first visit to discuss your project and measure up for a quote is free, with no obligation.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Taunton?
In England a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: broadly up to 3 metres deep on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary, and covering no more than half the garden. The larger home extension scheme allows up to 6 or 8 metres if you notify the council first and neighbours have a chance to comment. In conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes the larger home extension route, side extensions and cladding are not permitted development. Flats and houses whose rights have been removed need a planning application, and listed buildings need listed building consent.