YDV Construction Ltd

House Extension South Woodford 

House Extension South Woodford | Local Experts in East London

Looking to extend your home in South Woodford or the surrounding East London areas? We help homeowners in South Woodford create more space with well-planned, regulation-compliant house extensions. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team handles everything from structural engineering and architectural design to Redbridge Council planning applications.

Whether you’re planning a rear extension, side return, or full wrap-around build, our local specialists manage each stage with clarity and care. Enjoy peace of mind with transparent pricing, in-house experts, and help navigating local building regulations.

Your Local Experts in House Extensions

We’re not a national chain or faceless subcontractor. We’re trusted South Woodford extension builders extension builders who live and work in East London. Our skilled team has worked on dozens of homes across Redbridge, Leytonstone, and beyond.

Because we’re local, we understand South Woodford’s planning policies, architectural character, and typical property layouts. We design each extension to add real value, meet Redbridge Council’s guidelines, and reflect how families actually live.

Whether it’s managing a tricky party wall agreement or liaising with Redbridge planning officers, we handle the logistics so you can focus on the end result.

Types of House Extensions We Build

We specialise in a full range of Commercial and domestic extensions. Every project complies with local planning permission rules, permitted development rights, and current building regulations

Single-Storey Extension

A single-storey extension in South Woodford creates more ground-floor space, often used for rear extension ideas like open kitchens or utility rooms. We coordinate with a structural engineer and ensure full building control compliance. Projects often fall under permitted development. Ask about the cost of single-storey extensions in South Woodford.

Double-Story Extension

Our double-storey extension builders deliver new bedrooms, loft design options, and studies. We handle structural calculations, party wall agreements, and meeting planning permission rules across East London. Get quotes on the price of double-storey extensions

Rear House Extension

Our rear house extensions are perfect for South Woodford’s terraced and semi-detached properties. Whether you're exploring kitchen extension ideas or adding a dining area extension, we focus on enhancing your home’s residential value while ensuring your project aligns with building regulations. We maximise light, flow, and family space while staying within planning permission limits.

Side Return Extension

Make the most of your outdoor space with a side return extension. this type of extension can greatly improve the layout of your property. Our team works with planning consultants and RIBA architects to ensure your extension footprint and planning drawings meet Redbridge Council’s criteria. We specialise in side return ideas for terraced homes, guiding you through everything from site surveys to boundary concerns.

Wrap-Around Extension

Maximise your ground-floor space with a wrap-around extension, an ideal combination of rear and side expansion. Our construction specialists deliver smart solutions using L-shaped layouts and complete planning drawings. Work with our dedicated extension architect to create tailored plans that not only look good but also align with planning permission and building regulations.

Bedroom or Ensuite Addition

Need an extra bedroom, ensuite, or home office? Our team handles everything from property renovation planning to detailed input from a structural engineer. Whether you're considering a loft or adding a new en suite, we ensure full compliance and thoughtful design.

Why Choose Us for South Woodford House Extensions

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50+ Years' Combined Experience: in house extensions and structural engineering

East London Specialists: We live and work in South Woodford, Leytonstone and Woodford Green

Planning Help Included: We liaise directly with Redbridge Council and provide planning drawings

Fixed Pricing: Clear costs with no surprises.

Fully Certified: NICEIC electricians and Gas Safe engineers on every project

We don’t just build extensions; we create long-term value for your property and lifestyle. From design to delivery, you get a single point of contact and everything managed under one roof.

Get a free quote from us today.

If you have a project in mind for your home or office space, you can request a quote for free or call us directly. We are always available to offer our clients with our services.

Our House Extension Process – Step-by-Step

Initial Site Assessment

We begin with a site survey carried out by a planning consultant and RIBA architect to assess your property’s potential.

Design & Drawings

Our extension architect prepares architectural drawings, outlines the extension footprint, and drafts planning drawings tailored to your vision.

Planning Permission & Compliance

We manage the submission to Redbridge Council, navigate your party wall agreement, and ensure full adherence to building regulations.

Structural Engineering

Our structural engineer handles structural calculations and secures a build-over agreement if your extension is near a sewer.

Construction & Delivery

Once approved, we move to design and build, finalise construction drawings, and coordinate with building control for inspections. Our full-service model means you never chase third parties or worry about planning delays. We coordinate every specialist needed to get your build approved and delivered.

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Service Areas Around South Woodford

We cover all parts of South Woodford and neighbouring East London zones:
Woodford Green, South Woodford, Woodford Bridge, Buckhurst Hill, Wanstead, Redbridge, Snaresbrook

Get a Free Quote for Your South Woodford Extension Today

If you’re planning a house extension in South Woodford or East London, we’d love to hear from you. Start your house extension with a local team who handles everything from party wall agreements to building control compliance.

FAQs About House Extensions in South Woodford

Can I build a side extension up to my property boundary?

Yes, but you may need a party wall agreement and should avoid encroaching on shared structures. Our team helps navigate these issues

Redbridge Council reviews your application to ensure the project meets safety and design standards.

If your extension is near a public sewer, you’ll need permission from Thames Water. We manage this as part of the planning phase.

We provide planning drawings, structural calculations, construction drawings and building control management.

Yes. Our in-house structural engineer handles load-bearing calculations, steelwork design, and foundation specs.
Absolutely. A skilled extension architect designs cost-effective layouts, avoids rework, and optimises material use.