What is a kitchen extension?
A kitchen extension is an extension designed around a new kitchen, usually an open-plan kitchen, dining and family space at the back of the house. We build the extension and fit the kitchen as one project, so plumbing, electrics and lighting are planned around the layout from the start.
How much does a kitchen extension cost in Merthyr Tydfil?
In Merthyr Tydfil, a kitchen extension typically costs £2,050–£3,150 per m² including a mid-range kitchen, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 22 m² project that is roughly £45,000–£69,500. Prices across Wales are typically 8% below the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for Merthyr Tydfil. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (15 m²) | £31,000–£47,000 |
| Typical project (22 m²) | £45,000–£69,500 |
| Larger project (31 m²) | £63,500–£97,500 |
| Rate per m² | £2,050–£3,150 |
Your quote will depend mainly on:
- Extension size and roof design
- Who supplies the kitchen
- Kitchen units, worktops and appliances
- Underfloor heating and flooring
Use the guide price tool to see how size and specification change the figure, then ask for a written, itemised quote.
Do you need planning permission for a kitchen extension in Merthyr Tydfil?
Before anything is built in Merthyr Tydfil, we confirm which approvals apply in Wales. 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.
At the survey we check your house’s planning history and any restrictions, and tell you which route applies.
What we handle
On a typical kitchen extension we handle:
- Extraction ducted to outside
- Building control sign-off
- Kitchen fitting, worktops and splashbacks
- Drainage and water supply positioned for the sink and appliances
- Kitchen layout planned alongside the extension design
- Flooring and decoration
How long does it take?
Build time is typically 11 to 16 weeks on site, including kitchen fitting. Before that, surveys, drawings and approvals usually take 6 to 12 weeks, longer if the council asks for changes.
Building in Merthyr Tydfil
Terraced houses in Welsh towns often have narrow plots, which suits rear and side return extensions and rear dormers.
Merthyr Tydfil sits in Mid Glamorgan, about 19 miles north-east of Bridgend. We cover the whole of Merthyr Tydfil, including postcodes CF47.
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
Approvals
Planning or permitted development confirmation, building regulations and any party wall matters.
- 04
Build and handover
Work follows the agreed programme, with inspections along the way and a completion certificate at the end.
Questions about kitchen extensions in Merthyr Tydfil
How long will I be without a kitchen?
Usually 3 to 6 weeks at the end of the job, once the back wall is opened and the new kitchen goes in. We can help set up a temporary kitchen.
Can I buy my own kitchen?
Yes. You can supply it and we fit it, or we supply it as part of the price. Either way we coordinate deliveries with the build programme.
Who approves a kitchen extension in Merthyr Tydfil?
Planning matters in Merthyr Tydfil go to the council covering your address, and the work needs building control approval. We prepare and submit the applications for you.
How much does a kitchen extension cost in Merthyr Tydfil?
In Merthyr Tydfil, a kitchen extension typically costs £2,050–£3,150 per m² including a mid-range kitchen, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 22 m² project comes to roughly £45,000–£69,500. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Do I need planning permission for a kitchen extension in Merthyr Tydfil?
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.
Is underfloor heating worth it?
In a large open-plan space it frees wall space for units and glazing and gives even heat. It is easiest to fit during the build.