Practical guidance for anyone planning a house extension, renovation or new build in Chester, North Wales and the North West - plus notes from our own projects. Straight answers on what things cost, when you need planning permission, and how to get the most from your budget. New guides added regularly.

Planning a house extension in Cheshire or North Wales? A plain-English guide to when you need planning permission, what permitted development covers, and how the approval process works with your local council

Will an extension actually pay for itself? 2026 value figures for Cheshire and North Wales, the "ceiling price" rule most people miss, and the design choices that quietly add - or destroy - value.

From first sketch to finished room, most extensions take 6–12 months — and most of that is before the build. A realistic 2026 timeline, stage by stage, and how to hit the date you're aiming for.