What is a wraparound extension?
A wraparound extension combines a side return and a rear extension into one L-shaped addition. It gives the largest possible ground floor, often creating an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space across the whole width of the house.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Erskine?
In Erskine, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,150–£3,100 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £60,000–£87,000. Building costs in Scotland are close to the UK average, so the figures for Erskine are close to our national guide. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £43,000–£62,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £60,000–£87,000 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £84,000–£121,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,150–£3,100 |
Your quote will depend mainly on:
- Total footprint and the amount of glazing
- Agreements with neighbours on shared walls
- Drainage changes
- Access for materials on terraced streets
A guide range is only a starting point: the guide price tool gives an instant figure for your size, and a free survey turns it into a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a wraparound extension in Erskine?
Here is how the rules work for a wraparound extension in Scotland. In Scotland a wraparound extension normally needs planning permission and a building warrant.
In Scotland a building warrant is needed before work starts on most extensions, loft conversions and conversions. It is issued by the council’s building standards service. When the work is finished, a completion certificate is submitted and accepted by the council after inspection.
We check this for your address before design work starts, so there are no surprises later.
What we handle
On a typical wraparound extension we handle:
- Walls, roof and glazing
- Building control completion
- Underfloor heating option, electrics and plastering
- Foundations and drainage
- Design and planning application
- Written agreement with neighbours on shared walls
How long does it take?
Expect 12 to 18 weeks on site. Design and approvals come first and typically take 3 to 4 months, depending on the approval route.
Building in Erskine
Scotland’s housing ranges from sandstone tenements and villas to post-war and modern estates, and the building warrant system shapes how projects are planned.
From PA8 outwards, we take on projects throughout Erskine and the surrounding parts of Renfrewshire and Inverclyde.
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 wraparound extensions in Erskine
What about the old back addition?
The side wall of the back addition is usually removed and replaced with a steel beam, so the old kitchen joins the new space.
Can we keep a separate living room?
Yes. Many clients keep the front room separate and open up only the back of the house.
Do I need planning permission for a wraparound extension in Erskine?
In Scotland a wraparound extension normally needs planning permission and a building warrant.
How long does a wraparound extension take in Erskine?
Typically 12 to 18 weeks on site. Design and approvals beforehand usually take 3 to 4 months.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Erskine?
In Erskine, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,150–£3,100 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £60,000–£87,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Is a wraparound worth it?
It gives the biggest ground-floor space without going upwards. Whether it adds value depends on your street and house, so we suggest checking local sale prices before committing.