PROPERTY EXTENSIONS

Examples of our work

After all the initial concept and planning stages, you are now ready to have built your extension and you wish to ensure that, which for most of us represents a serious investment in the most valuable asset we own, you are able to select the right builder.  Below, within the examples, are some of the issues, requirements and peace of mind, you may have to consider to achieve your dream.

This is a Two Storey Extension and refurbishment to the original period cottage and demonstrates the excellent matching of the hand-made brickwork, clay tile roof coverings and plain white render, all sympathetic with the local architecture.

The quality and finishing of the external elevations are most important, this is the first impression you or anyone will observe of your home.

We show here a popular traditional First Floor Side Extension, constructed over the existing garage, with mid height mono pitched roof added to front elevation.  Another example to the first impression given.

The neat and tidy appearance of the completed extension, belies the amount of work undertaken in and around the existing front elevation of this and the neighbouring property.  We take pride in the value of protection afforded to the existing property, during the course of construction of the new works.

Here we have a popular traditional Single Storey Rear Extension with a mono pitched roof over a flat roof structure, which maintains the appearance architecturally and adds value to the property.  This has been constructed to extend the existing kitchen and dining areas.

In some instances, it may be necessary to build close to or over the existing drainage system and will require a "Build Over Agreement" from the Water Utility Authority for permission to do so.  This requirement is not generally covered within the Building Regulation Application and will delay the commencement of your works.  We are able to advise and undertake for you all these requirements, at the early stages of your enquiry to us.

Another example of a popular traditional Single Storey Extension, this time to the Side of the property and extending the dining area.  Constructed with a pitched roof and matching external materials.

Another possible delay to the commencement of construction of your extension, could be that if your proposed foundations are within 3 meters of your neighbours property, you will have to enter into a "Party Wall Agreement" with your neighbour.  Again we are able to provide all the necessary legal advice and guidance for this to be considered, at the early stages of your enquiry to us.

An Extension and Refurbishment project to the Front, Rear and Side of this property, showing before and after.  The new external elevations greatly enhance its appearance and value and substantially increases the living area and amenities, with new kitchen and bathrooms for this larger family home.  We are able to undertake these projects and maintain an agreed programmed time scale for the construction, minimum disruption to facilities during the change over of the mechanical services and electrical installations, which maintains the family day to day requirements in a helpful and friendly arrangement.	Front Elevation 'Before'	Front Elevation 'After'
	Rear Elevation 'Before'	Rear Elevation 'After'

Further examples of Extensions undertaken by Lavelle:-

Two Storey Front Extension with new entrance and drive.	Single Storey Rear Extension to Kitchen.

Two Storey Extension with vertical element fitted to the velux roof windows and split level landscaping.

This property with a Spanish theme shows the new Two Storey Wings added to both the West and East Elevations of the property.  The view through the arched courtyard entrance shows the East Wing under construction and the other, when completed, awaiting the external paving to be undertaken.

Some unsolicited testimonials:-

"We are obviously delighted that the work is now finished and very grateful for all you have done.  The quality of the work is very pleasing.  We have waited a long time to make our dream a reality and it is wonderful to be able to enjoy it at last.  Patrick and I were extremely impressed with the professionalism of all the partners and Levelle employees.  We were always treated with courtesy and the lengths taken to ensure minimal disruption to our household were very much appreciated.  We now have to embark on making our "new house" into our home and will take great pride in showing off your work and ensuring the credit is most deservedly yours.  Please pass on our good wishes and very many thanks to all those involved on this project especially Graham, whose ever-present smile and calm optimism is the face of any crisis was quite incredible."
Stephanie & Patrick

"I feel that I cannot let the completion of my extension pass without congratulating you on the efficiency and helpfulness of all members of your staff with whom I have come into contact.  Many people have commented on how clean and tidy the site has been kept and the quality of the work.  Please do not hesitate to use us as a reference at any time in the future."
Richard & Jan

"Now that the many skips have gone, your tradesmen have left us and have tidied up the site for the last time, it seems opportune to put on record our satisfaction with the way your team have carried out the very complex extension and alterations to our house.  Naturally a job which involved extending the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and lounge in the winter months with us living in it was not without problems.  However, your professional approach coupled with your willingness to listen and respond to our few complaints enabled the work to proceed smoothly and quickly with the minimum inconvenience to the occupants.  We are very pleased with our house now that you have enlarged it and would have no hesitation to recommend Lavelle to anyone who requires building work well done.  Please convey our thanks from my wife and myself to all the excellent team involved in the project."
Austin

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