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 Yeovil?
In Yeovil, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,250–£3,250 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £63,000–£91,000. Prices in the South West sit near the national average for this kind of work, and the range for Yeovil reflects that. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £45,000–£65,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £63,000–£91,000 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £88,000–£127,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,250–£3,250 |
What moves the price most:
- Drainage changes
- Total footprint and the amount of glazing
- Steelwork and propping of the existing house
- Access for materials on terraced streets
Your exact price depends on the survey and drawings. The guide price tool gives a quick range in the meantime.
Do you need planning permission for a wraparound extension in Yeovil?
The approval route for Yeovil is set by planning law in England. In England a wraparound extension combines side and rear elements, which normally takes it outside permitted development, so a householder planning application is made.
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.
Our first visit includes a check of your planning history, so you know the route before paying for drawings.
What we handle
The work we manage on a wraparound extension:
- Foundations and drainage
- Walls, roof and glazing
- Design and planning application
- Structural engineer’s design for steels and supports
- Underfloor heating option, electrics and plastering
- Party wall notices and surveyor liaison
How long does it take?
Allow 12 to 18 weeks on site. Allow time beforehand for drawings and approvals, usually 3 to 4 months.
Building in Yeovil
In parts of the South West, protected landscapes and conservation areas shape what can be built, so materials and roof forms are chosen carefully.
Our Yeovil coverage includes postcode districts BA20, and we also work in nearby places such as Mendip, Bridgwater and Taunton.
How it works
- 01
Visit and measured survey
A free visit to understand the project, check access and take measurements.
- 02
Design and pricing
Design options, then a fixed quote based on the chosen drawings and specification.
- 03
Approvals in place
We handle planning, building control and neighbour notices before work starts.
- 04
Build and sign-off
We run the build to a written programme and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions about wraparound extensions in Yeovil
Does a wraparound extension need planning permission?
Almost always. Combining side and rear elements usually goes beyond permitted development limits, so a householder planning application is normally made.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Yeovil?
In Yeovil, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,250–£3,250 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £63,000–£91,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
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.
Do you build wraparound extensions in Yeovil?
Yes. We build wraparound extensions across Yeovil, including postcodes BA20. Every project starts with a free home visit.
How long does it take to build?
Around 12 to 18 weeks on site after approvals. Design, planning and party wall matters usually take 3 to 4 months beforehand.
