House Extension in Overseal, South Derbyshire

A customer got in touch wanting to build an extension to their existing property. The main objective was to convert their existing kitchen – diner to an open space area.

A picture of a house extension for a residential property

Work commenced on May 2021 and was completed within 8 weeks by August.

Initially we started with ground clearance and making necessary preparation for the digging in order to lay the foundations.

Once all the digging was complete, concrete was poured and we were ready for brick work and block work.

A picture of a mini digger preparing soil for the foundations

Next stage we raised the brickwork up to the level of damp-proof course and installed the insulation for the floor ready to be concreted.

After pouring 100mm of concrete floor, we moved on to the brickwork and blockwork above the damp proof course. In between blocks & bricks we use 100mm cavity slab to insulate the extension to the recommended regulations.

A picture of a house extension foundations

Once the brickwork & block work was up to required height, we installed heavy duty lintels with a 200mm bearing to support the weight of the brickwork, blockwork as well as the roof structure.

A picture of a house extension being built - bare walls made from blocks and added a layer of red bricks

Once all necessary masonry work was complete, we installed roof joists with tapered timber firrings in order to be able to install a flat roof and ensure water run off.

After fitting the joists, we sandwiched vapour barrier and 125mm of Celotex roof insulation between two layers of plywood ready for the roofing felt to be applied to make the whole structure watertight.

Next the anthracite grey fascia was installed ready guttering.

To ensure extension has sufficient natural lighting, we have installed a roof lantern, extra window and reused the existing french doors to minimise waste and reduce the cost of the extension.

Image of a sky lantern installed on a house extension

Once the structure was secure, we moved on to installing of the reinforced steel joists (RSJ’s) in order to be able to securely knock down the internal wall and make some extra space.

A picture of a house extension from inside before plastering and decorating - bare walls and studs.

After completing this step, we installed all the first fix electrics & plumbing ready to be plaster boarded & skimmed.

Then we installed the second fix electrics & plumbing. Ready for the final fix of the kitchen.

We then handed over the project to the owners to complete the decoration works & installation of the kitchen.

Image of house extension from the inside with a wall knock through

Last but not least we installed a new retaining wall in the garden with a step, installed ACO drains for the water runoff, and laid black Indian sandstone slabs patio.

Image of a beautiful patio are with outside furniture

All in all it was a great project to work on and great clients to be working for.

Many thanks,

Zak & the team

p.s. we love dogs too ????

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TESTIMONIALS

Zak has taken a load bearing wall down for us opening up our kitchen and dining room. Very professional. Left the whole area clean and tidy. We are so pleased with the results. Would definitely recommend and use his services again.

Emma

Completely transformed our garden!
Looks amazing, great quality and finished to a high standard.
Thank you!

Freya

Zak knocked down a load bearing wall for us after being recommended by many people. He advised us on what the best options were and did the job in 3 days. He did a great, professional job and left the area spotless! We have already booked in for him to replace our patio next year!

Abbie

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