When your Hastings home can’t accommodate your family’s needs, an extension provides the answer. We design and build single storey rear extensions that create generous kitchen-diners flooded with natural light. Double storey additions deliver living space below with bedrooms or bathrooms above—excellent value compared to building separately. Wraparound configurations combine side and rear extensions for maximum transformation. Every extension we build complements the existing property, whether that’s a Victorian terrace near the seafront or a modern home in St Leonards. We handle planning applications, structural engineering, and every trade from foundations to finishing. Your home, only bigger and better.
Above your ceiling lies space waiting to be claimed. Loft conversions transform neglected roof voids into bedrooms, home offices, bathrooms, or playrooms without touching your garden or extending your footprint. Dormer conversions project outward from the roofline, maximising headroom and usable floor area. Velux conversions insert windows into existing slopes—simpler, faster, and more affordable. Hip-to-gable alterations extend the roof structure on properties where hipped roofs limit space. Hastings’ diverse housing stock suits all these approaches. We manage structural calculations, building regulations, insulation, electrics, and interior finishing. Most projects complete within eight weeks, causing surprisingly little disruption to life downstairs.
Modern families want open, flowing spaces—not the compartmentalised layouts previous generations preferred. We remove load-bearing walls and install steel beams to create open-plan living areas, widen doorways for better circulation, form new openings connecting previously separate rooms, and reconfigure layouts entirely. Every structural alteration begins with qualified engineer calculations ensuring absolute safety. We obtain necessary building regulations approvals, install temporary support during works, position steelwork precisely, and make good all affected surfaces. Hastings’ Victorian and Edwardian properties particularly benefit from structural opening-up, transforming dated floor plans into contemporary homes while preserving original character and period features throughout.
Coastal properties face relentless exposure to salt air, driving rain, and strong winds. Quality roofing isn’t optional in Hastings—it’s essential protection for everything beneath. We complete full roof replacements, stripping back to rafters and rebuilding with modern materials and breathable membranes. Re-roofing projects upgrade tired coverings while retaining sound structures. Repair work addresses slipped tiles, damaged flashings, deteriorating valleys, and chimney problems before small issues become expensive disasters. We work with slate, clay tiles, concrete tiles, and flat roofing systems. Properties across Hastings and the East Sussex coast trust us for roofing that withstands whatever weather arrives from the Channel.
Your bathroom should be more than functional—it should be a space you enjoy using. We complete full bathroom renovations including suite replacement, wall and floor tiling, plumbing modifications, electrical upgrades, underfloor heating installation, and complete decoration. Wet room conversions create seamless, accessible showering spaces. En-suite additions bring convenience to master bedrooms. Family bathroom transformations accommodate busy household routines. We source quality sanitaryware, tiles, and fittings at competitive prices, or work with materials you’ve chosen yourself. Most Hastings bathroom renovations complete within two weeks, minimising time without facilities. Create the bathroom you deserve with professional installation throughout
Extension costs vary based on size, specification, and complexity. As a general guide, single storey extensions typically cost £1,800-£2,800 per square metre in Hastings, meaning a 20 square metre kitchen extension might range from £36,000-£56,000. Double storey extensions offer better value per square metre since foundations and roof serve both floors. Coastal location, ground conditions, access limitations, and finish quality all influence final pricing. We provide detailed quotations following site assessment, breaking down costs transparently so you understand exactly what you’re paying for. No two projects are identical, so bespoke pricing reflects your specific requirements.
Many extensions fall under permitted development rights, meaning no formal planning application is required. Single storey rear extensions can typically extend 3 metres from attached houses or 4 metres from detached properties without permission. Larger extensions up to 6 or 8 metres may be possible through prior approval notification. However, properties in conservation areas—including parts of Hastings Old Town—face additional restrictions. Listed buildings always require consent. We assess your property’s planning status during initial consultation and handle all necessary applications with Hastings Borough Council on your behalf, ensuring compliance before any work begins.
Most Hastings loft conversions complete within six to eight weeks from starting on site. Simpler Velux conversions involving minimal structural work may finish faster. Complex dormer builds or hip-to-gable alterations requiring significant roof restructuring can take longer. The timeline includes all structural work, insulation, electrical installation, plumbing if bathrooms are included, plastering, and finishing to a decorated, ready-to-use standard. We provide realistic schedules during quotation, then keep you updated throughout the project. Factors affecting duration include property access, structural complexity, and any bespoke features you’ve requested.
Yes, most homeowners remain in their properties throughout building work. We plan projects to minimise disruption, completing work in logical phases and maintaining access to essential facilities wherever possible. Extensions and loft conversions rarely require you to move out. Major renovations affecting kitchens or bathrooms require temporary adjustments—we can advise on portable cooking facilities or bathroom access during critical phases. We clean up daily, secure the site when we leave, and maintain safe separation between living and working areas. Living through building work isn’t always comfortable, but it’s usually manageable with proper planning.
Yes, we manage all regulatory requirements as part of our service. Planning applications, prior approval notifications, building regulations submissions, and liaison with Hastings Borough Council all fall within what we do. We prepare necessary drawings, complete application forms, pay relevant fees on your behalf, respond to any queries from planning officers, and arrange building control inspections at required stages. You receive all certificates and documentation upon completion. This comprehensive approach means you deal with one team throughout rather than coordinating between builders, architects, and authorities yourself.
Contact us by phone, email, or through our website contact form describing what you have in mind. For straightforward projects like garage conversions or bathroom renovations, we can often provide initial estimates based on your description and photos. Larger projects—extensions, loft conversions, major renovations—require a site visit where we assess the property, discuss your requirements in detail, and identify any considerations affecting the work. Following assessment, you’ll receive a comprehensive written quotation specifying exactly what’s included. Quotes are provided free with no obligation, and we’re happy to explain or adjust proposals based on your feedback.
We serve Hastings and a wide surrounding area of East Sussex. Our regular working area includes St Leonards-on-Sea, Silverhill, Ore, Hollington, West Hill, Conquest, Fairlight, Pett, Guestling, Westfield, Sedlescombe, Crowhurst, Bexhill-on-Sea, Battle, and Robertsbridge. We also travel to Rye, Winchelsea, and surrounding villages for suitable projects. Larger or more complex projects sometimes take us further afield across East Sussex and into Kent. If you’re unsure whether we cover your location, ask anyway—distance is rarely a barrier for the right project, and initial conversations cost nothing.
Absolutely. We’re happy to work from plans prepared by your architect, architectural technician, or designer. Alternatively, we can recommend trusted professionals if you need design assistance, or our team can prepare drawings for simpler projects not requiring full architectural services. If you’ve already obtained planning permission or building regulations approval for specific designs, we’ll price and build exactly what’s been approved. Where designs need refinement for practical or cost reasons, we’ll discuss options with you and your designer to find solutions that work for everyone. Flexibility and collaboration produce the best results.
Ready to take the next step? Get in touch with details of your project and we’ll provide a comprehensive quotation—usually within days.