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House Extensions

House extensions,
built to outlast the mortgage.

Single storey, double storey, side-return and wraparound extensions across Greater Manchester — designed, built and certified by one accountable team.

Extensions across Greater Manchester

An extension is the biggest single improvement most homeowners will ever make — and the one where builder quality matters most. Structural steels, foundations, damp-proofing and the junction between old and new all get buried behind plasterboard. If they’re wrong, you find out years later.

The Cahill Construction Group has been building extensions across Manchester for over 25 years. We handle the full scope: excavation and foundations, structural openings and steelwork, roofing, glazing, first and second fix, plastering and decoration — with building control inspections passed at every stage.

What we build

  • Single storey rear extensions — the classic open-plan kitchen-diner, with roof lanterns, bi-folds or oversized sliders onto the garden.
  • Double storey extensions — extra bedroom and bathroom above, living space below. The best cost-per-square-metre of any extension type.
  • Side-return and wraparound extensions — reclaiming dead space on period semis and terraces to transform the whole ground floor.
  • Garden rooms and garage conversions — habitable, insulated, fully certified spaces, not glorified sheds.

Design & build means one contract. We work with trusted architectural designers and structural engineers, so drawings, calculations, planning and the build itself all run through one company — ours. No gaps for things to fall through.

The details that separate our extensions

Matched brickwork sourced properly, not “close enough.” Insulation done to spec so the new room isn’t the cold one. Level thresholds between old and new floors. Rainwater goods and rooflines that look like they were always there. These aren’t extras — they’re the job.

See a recent example: our single storey rear extension in Northwich, documented from foundation to finished patio.

Read our guide on what an extension costs in Manchester before you start collecting quotes.

Single storey red brick rear extension with French doors and Indian sandstone patio in Cheshire

Direct line

Message Declan directly with a rough idea of what you’re planning — photos help. You’ll get a straight answer on feasibility and likely budget.

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Common questions

How much does a house extension cost in Manchester?

Most single storey extensions in Greater Manchester fall between £2,200 and £3,000 per square metre depending on glazing, structural complexity and finish level. A typical 20m² rear extension usually lands between £45,000 and £60,000 plus kitchen and VAT. We provide fully itemised quotations after a site visit.

Do I need planning permission for an extension?

Many single storey rear extensions fall under permitted development rights, meaning no full planning application is needed. Double storey extensions and homes in conservation areas usually do need permission. We assess this at consultation stage and handle the applications with our design partners.

How long does an extension take to build?

A typical single storey extension takes 10–14 weeks on site from breaking ground to handover. Double storey projects usually run 14–20 weeks. You get a written programme before we start and weekly updates throughout.

Can we live in the house during the build?

In almost all cases, yes. We seal the work area from the rest of the home, maintain safe access and keep utilities running. Kitchen extensions involve a short disruption window when we break through — we plan it with you and keep it as tight as possible.

Ready when you are

Let’s talk about your project.

Speak directly with Declan Cahill. No call centres, no sales team — a straight conversation with the builder who’ll run your job. Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.

+44 7710 232524