House Extensions in Bearsden
Single and two-storey extensions, from drawings and warrant to the completion certificate.
House Extensions in Bearsden
Bearsden is a suburb north-west of Glasgow in East Dunbartonshire. It is mainly residential, with tree-lined streets and easy rail and road links into the city. Homes here range from villas, bungalows and detached family homes.
Most extensions start with the same question: how to get more room without moving. One of our closest projects to Bearsden is the open plan kitchen extension in Kilmarnock, about 22 miles away. We also work in Milngavie, Glasgow West End and Renfrew, close to Bearsden.
Bearsden is about 23 miles from our Kilmarnock office as the crow flies. Planning and building warrant applications for Bearsden go to East Dunbartonshire Council, and we deal with them for you.
Bearsden at a glance
- Location
Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire - From our office
About 23 miles from Kilmarnock - Planning authority
East Dunbartonshire Council - Design and warrant
CWJ Architectural Design Services
What we handle
- Completion certificate
- Site visit and feasibility
- Drawings, planning and building warrant
- Structural engineer
Types of extension
Single-storey rear extensions
Usually a new kitchen and family space opening onto the garden with bifold or sliding doors.
Two-storey extensions
Extra living space downstairs and another bedroom or bathroom above, designed and built as one project.
Side and wraparound extensions
Using the side of the house, or wrapping round the back and side, to get the very most from the plot.
Kitchen extensions
A new kitchen built into the extension, supplied and fitted by our own team as part of the job.
Extensions with a knock-through
Opening the existing house into the new space, with a beam sized by a structural engineer.
Garden room style extensions
A single bright room off the house, with large glazing opening straight onto the garden.
One company, start to finish
Drawings, planning, the building warrant, costing and the build itself, handled by one team for your project in Bearsden.
From 56+ Google reviews
Kris, the estimator turned up on time and provided a comprehensive quote 3 days after the visit, I made a couple of changes, and each time, he provided quotes within a day or two. The work started on the day they said it would ...Tom N.Flooring and porch, Ayr · Google review
We cannot recommend Cutwood Joinery enough. We have just completed our project which involved removing a wall between our kitchen and dining room, removing doors through to our conservatory, floors brought to same height making it a large open plan space.Susan B.Wall removal and open plan · Google review
The works were well coordinated and carried out quickly, efficiently and to a high standard by talented tradesmen, who had an eye for detail. Communication was excellent and we appreciated Kris keeping us up to date throughout.Suzanne S.Repairs, three trades · Google review
House Extensions in Bearsden: FAQs
Do you cover Bearsden?
Yes. Bearsden is about 23 miles from our Kilmarnock office as the crow flies. We carry out house extensions in Bearsden and the surrounding area.
Who deals with planning and building warrants in Bearsden?
Bearsden falls under East Dunbartonshire Council. Our sister company, CWJ Architectural Design Services, prepares and submits the applications, and we deal with the council through to the completion certificate.
What work do you take on in Bearsden?
In Bearsden we take on larger projects: house extensions, full home renovations and new builds.
Are you members of any trade bodies?
Yes. We are members of the Federation of Master Builders and TrustMark registered, and we hold SMAS Worksafe accreditation. We are also a Living Wage Employer.
Do I need planning permission for an extension?
In Scotland many extensions need planning permission, and almost all need a building warrant. Some smaller ones can go ahead under permitted development. We check which applies at the start, before anything is drawn.
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Planning a house extension in Bearsden?
Tell us what you have in mind and where you are. We will come back to you to arrange a site visit.