House Extensions in Stranraer
Single and two-storey extensions, from drawings and warrant to the completion certificate.
House Extensions in Stranraer
Stranraer is a town at the head of Loch Ryan, in the far south-west of Scotland. It has a harbour on the loch, with farmland stretching across the Rhins of Galloway.
An extension is usually the biggest single change you can make to a house without moving. We also work in Newton Stewart, Girvan and Maybole, close to Stranraer.
Stranraer is about 52 miles from our Kilmarnock office as the crow flies. Planning and building warrant applications for Stranraer go to Dumfries and Galloway Council, and we deal with them for you.
Stranraer at a glance
- Location
Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway - From our office
About 52 miles from Kilmarnock - Planning authority
Dumfries and Galloway Council - Design and warrant
CWJ Architectural Design Services
What we handle
- Costing by our own quantity surveyors
- Groundworks, foundations and structure
- Roofing, windows and bifold doors
- Electrics, plumbing and heating
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 Stranraer.
From 56+ Google reviews
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
Although the disruption surrounding building works is never pleasant, it has been a pleasure working with Oscar and Kris at Cutwood. ... the end result after 6 months work, certainly so far as the dormer is concerned, is better then we were hoping for.Martin H.Loft and garage conversion · Google review
House Extensions in Stranraer: FAQs
Do you cover Stranraer?
Yes. Stranraer is about 52 miles from our Kilmarnock office as the crow flies. We carry out house extensions in Stranraer and the surrounding area.
Who deals with planning and building warrants in Stranraer?
Stranraer falls under Dumfries and Galloway 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 Stranraer?
In Stranraer we take on larger projects: house extensions, full home renovations and new builds.
Who manages the trades?
We do. Our own joiners and plumbers work alongside a settled team of trades we have used for years. You have one contract and one company answering for the work.
Do you deal with the council?
Yes. We deal with the council on your behalf, from the warrant application through to the completion certificate.
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Planning a house extension in Stranraer?
Tell us what you have in mind and where you are. We will come back to you to arrange a site visit.