House Extension
in Edinburgh
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The most popular choice for UK terraces and semis. Adds a kitchen-diner or extra living space at ground level. Typically 3–5m deep, completed in 10–14 weeks.
Get quotes for this →Maximum space gain in a single build — adds a ground-floor room and a bedroom above. Strong ROI in most UK property markets. Requires full planning permission.
Get quotes for this →Ideal for terraced homes with a narrow side alley. Transforms a cramped kitchen into a full-width open-plan space. Often combined with a rear extension.
Get quotes for this →Costs depend on size, spec and access. The best way to know your exact price is to compare 3 quotes from vetted local specialists.
Get free quotes →Edinburgh pricing note: South Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh area) prices are broadly in line with or slightly below the English national average. Edinburgh's tight city centre can attract access surcharges; suburban projects are competitively priced. Prices shown are indicative ranges for Edinburgh and South Scotland. Always get at least 3 written quotes before committing to any builder.
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Home renovation activity in Edinburgh continues to grow year on year. The area's varied housing stock, from older stone-built properties to new-build estates, means there is always strong demand for skilled, experienced local builders.
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Conservation-area sympathetic extension on our 1930s semi in Edinburgh. 32m² extension with full-height glazing, underfloor heating throughout the new floor area. Total £41850 across 12 weeks on site. FMB-credentialed builder, structural calcs done in-house.
Compared four extension builders through BestBuilders for the Edinburgh job. Final pick had a structural engineer on staff, not subcontracted. Architect drawings submitted by them, planning consent in 8 weeks. Came to £69120 all-in, including bi-folds and lantern. Moved out for two weeks during the demolition and steel install, the rest was bearable.
Past a year and the extension is the most-used part of the whole house. Builder we found via BestBuilders in Edinburgh recommended a roof lantern over a flat roof - genuinely transforms the light. Total £58620. Decided to stay rather than move - the extension solved the space problem entirely.
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Whether you're researching costs, checking planning rules, or comparing approaches before you commit, our editorial team has produced these guides to help Edinburgh homeowners make informed decisions about their house extension project.
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Detailed UK price ranges, regional adjustments and worked examples for house extension projects.
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Planning Your House Extension in Edinburgh
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Full price ranges, worked examples and the factors that move your quote — drawn from real project data across 519 UK towns.
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Find out whether your house extension needs planning permission in Edinburgh, what Permitted Development limits apply, and how rules differ in conservation areas, Article 4 zones, and listed-building settings.
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