Builders in Garston for Extensions & Renovations
House extensions, loft and garage conversions, kitchens and new builds in Garston, handled by one experienced team from Hemel Hempstead.
House extensions, loft and garage conversions, kitchens and new builds in Garston, handled by one experienced team from Hemel Hempstead.
Need a builder in Garston? Call us on 01442 976 112
Last reviewed: by R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders
R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders are experienced builders in Garston, covering single and double-storey extensions, loft and garage conversions, kitchens and full renovations. We're based about 5 miles away in Hemel Hempstead, have over 30 years' experience and keep every trade in-house. Call 01442 976 112 for a free, no-obligation quote.
At a glance
Our builders in Garston take on most kinds of home building work, from a single room to a complete new house. The projects we're asked for most are:
See our full list of building services, or browse photos of recent projects in our project gallery. For other work, see our pages on construction in Garston and carpentry in Garston.
Garston is a northern suburb of Watford near Leavesden and the A405 North Orbital Road. Homes in Garston include interwar and post-war semis and terraces.
Post-war houses here often have good-sized gardens and straightforward layouts, which suit single-storey rear extensions and open-plan kitchen-diners. 1930s semi-detached houses are classic candidates for hip-to-gable loft conversions and wraparound rear extensions.
Not always. Many single-storey rear extensions, loft conversions and garage conversions in Garston can go ahead under permitted development, but the limits are strict and some homes have lost those rights.
Planning applications in Garston are decided by Watford Borough Council.
Whatever the planning position, extensions and loft and garage conversions need Building Regulations approval, which covers structure, fire safety, insulation and ventilation. Our guide to planning permission for house extensions explains the limits, and the Planning Portal guide to extensions has interactive examples.
Every project starts with a free visit and a written quote; see how an extension project with us works, step by step.
Choosing builders in Garston is a big decision, so here is what you get with us:
“We have used them twice, exceptional overall - very good after care and communication.”
Yes. Garston is about 5 miles from our base in Hemel Hempstead and sits well within the area we cover, along with nearby Leavesden and Abbots Langley.
Usually, yes. Hip-to-gable and rear dormer conversions are common on 1930s semis and are often permitted development within the 50 cubic metre allowance, unless the house is in a conservation area. Building Regulations approval is always needed.
Single-storey rear extensions for a bigger kitchen-diner are the most common, followed by garage conversions and two-storey side extensions where the plot allows. Post-war houses often have regular layouts and simple roofs, which helps keep the structural work straightforward.
Not always. Many single-storey rear extensions are allowed under permitted development, within limits such as 3 metres deep for an attached house (4 metres for a detached one) and 4 metres high. Applications in Garston are decided by Watford Borough Council. A Lawful Development Certificate gives written confirmation if you're unsure.
Every extension is priced individually, so we give a free, itemised written quote after visiting your home. The main things that move the price are size, the number of storeys, foundations and ground conditions, structural steelwork, glazing, and the kitchen or bathroom fittings you choose.
Councils aim to decide householder planning applications within 8 weeks, and Building Regulations approval can run alongside. Build time depends on size and specification, so we set out a written programme with your quote.
Yes. Our team covers carpentry, bricklaying, roofing, plastering, painting and decorating, and kitchen fitting, and we manage the project from design to completion, so you deal with one firm rather than several contractors.
As well as Garston, we cover nearby areas such as builders in Leavesden, builders in Abbots Langley, builders in Aldenham and builders in Watford. See every place on our areas we cover page.
Planning work in Garston? Call 01442 976 112 or 07799 800 880, message us on WhatsApp or send us your project details for a free, no-obligation quote.
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