Services - House Extentions
House Extensions by InstaFlame Design & Build Wimbledon
Moving house in South West London is expensive, disruptive, and uncertain. Stamp duty, estate agent fees, legal costs, and the sheer upheaval of moving can easily exceed six figures. Extending your existing home done properly gives you the additional space you need without any of that. And in areas like Cobham, Weybridge, and Wimbledon, a well-designed extension doesn't just add space; it adds real, lasting value.
InstaFlame has been building home extensions across Wimbledon, Cobham, Weybridge, Chelsea, Putney, Fulham, Epsom, and Kingston for many years. We manage every element of the project design, planning, structural work, build, and interior fit-out as one coordinated team. Whether you're looking to create a large open-plan kitchen-diner, add a ground floor bedroom, build a double-storey addition, or maximise a side return we design something that looks like it was always part of the house, not an afterthought bolted on.

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Types of Extensions We Build
- Single Storey Extensions — kitchens, dining rooms, and family spaces
- Double Storey Extensions — significant space across two levels
- Wrap Around Extensions — combines rear and side for open-plan living
- Side Return Extensions — transforms narrow passages in Victorian homes
- Kitchen Extensions — creates your dream cooking and entertaining space
- Bespoke House Extensions — fully tailored to any layout or requirement
Extension Process
- Initial consultation and thorough site assessment
- Design and planning, including full architectural drawings
- Planning permission and building regulations management
- Construction and installation by our experienced in-house teams
- Final touches, quality checks, and formal handover
Benefits
- More cost-effective than moving — especially where stamp duty exceeds £30,000
- Adds significant resale value — well-designed extensions deliver high returns in SW London
- Fully managed — one contract, one team, one point of contact throughout
- Planning handled in full — we manage all applications and deal with the local authority
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need planning permission for an extension?
A: Many single-storey extensions can be built under permitted development rights without a full planning application. Size limits apply, and conservation areas — including parts of Wimbledon, Chelsea, and Putney — have additional restrictions. We'll assess your property and advise on the most efficient route.
Q: How much does a home extension cost?
A: Extension costs vary widely based on size, complexity, and specification. Single-storey extensions in our areas typically start from £40,000, with double-storey projects from £50,000 upwards. We provide a full itemised quote after a site visit.
Q: How long will my extension take to build?
A: A single-storey extension typically takes 8–16 weeks from start of construction. Planning and building regulations approval can add time before that. We give every client a clear, realistic timeline and provide regular progress updates throughout.
Q: Do you build in conservation areas?
A: Yes. Many of our projects are in conservation areas across Wimbledon, Chelsea, and Putney. We have extensive experience working within these constraints to achieve designs that satisfy planning requirements without compromising quality.
Single Storey Extension
A single storey house extension is a ground-floor addition that expands a house outward on one level.
Double Storey Extension
It is one of the most cost-effective ways to scale up a home, as it delivers double the square footage of a single-storey build without requiring twice the groundwork or roofing costs.
Single Storey Extension
Adding a ground-floor addition is one of the most effective ways to transform your living space.
Kitchen Extension
A kitchen extension is one of the most effective ways to transform your home.
Kitchen Extension
A kitchen extension is a ground-floor building project that expands the rear or side of a house specifically to enlarge the cooking and dining area.
Bespoke House Extension
A bespoke house extension is a fully custom-designed, architect-led addition tailored specifically to your lifestyle, property type, and aesthetic goals.
Double Storey Extension
A double-storey house extension adds two floors of brand-new living space to your property, typically expanding both the ground floor and the first floor simultaneously.
Double Storey Extension
A double-storey extension is an exceptional way to completely transform your home.
Double Storey Extension
A two-storey extension completely reconfigures how a family interacts with their living space.
Rear Kitchen Extension
A rear extension is an additional structure that is built onto the back of a house, expanding the living space out into the garden.
Side Return Extension
A side return extension is a ground-floor addition that expands a house into the narrow strip of land running alongside it.














