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Construction in Radlett: New Builds & Structural Work

New build homes, extensions and structural alterations in Radlett, built by an experienced team based in Hemel Hempstead.

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Newly built semi-detached house with timber cladding and a paved driveway Bright bedroom with a new uPVC window Open-plan room with oak flooring and sliding doors to the garden White kitchen with an island hob and chimney extractor

Planning construction in Radlett? Call us on 01442 976 112

Last reviewed: by R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders

R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders takes on construction in Radlett of every size: new build houses, single and double-storey extensions, conservatories and load-bearing wall removal. We're based about 7 miles away in Hemel Hempstead and keep every trade in-house. Call 01442 976 112 for a free, no-obligation written quote.

At a glance

Who
R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders
What
Construction: new build homes, extensions, structural alterations and steel beams
Where
Radlett, Hertfordshire
Distance
About 7 miles from our Hemel Hempstead base
Planning authority
Hertsmere Borough Council
Experience
Over 30 years
How to book
Call 01442 976 112, WhatsApp 07799 800 880 or use our contact form

What construction work do we carry out in Radlett?

For construction in Radlett, we handle the structural work and everything that follows it. Typical projects include:

Find out more about our new build service, or read our guide to removing a load-bearing wall. For other work, see our pages on builders in Radlett and carpentry in Radlett.

Local knowledge of Radlett

Radlett is a village on Watling Street with a Thameslink station and a reputation for large family homes. Homes in Radlett include large detached houses and Edwardian and interwar homes.

With 1930s semis, a hip-to-gable loft conversion and a rear extension can transform the space, and both need careful structural design. Larger detached properties lend themselves to ambitious projects such as double-storey extensions or replacement homes. Green Belt policy around Radlett limits new building and large extensions, so a well-argued design and planning case matters.

Completed new build with timber cladding and sliding rear doors – the type of construction in Radlett we take on
Example of our work: completed new build with timber cladding and sliding rear doors.

What approvals does construction in Radlett need?

Most construction projects in Radlett need Building Regulations approval, and many also need planning permission. New houses always need full planning permission, while some extensions can use permitted development.

Planning applications in Radlett are decided by Hertsmere Borough Council. Much of the countryside around Radlett is Metropolitan Green Belt. Permitted development still applies to most houses, but applications for larger extensions are judged on whether they are disproportionate to the original building.

If the work affects a shared wall or involves digging near a neighbour's foundations, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies too; see our guide to the Party Wall Act and the GOV.UK guide to Building Regulations approval.

We line up approvals, structural calculations and any party wall notices before work starts; see how our build process works.

Why choose us for construction in Radlett?

Construction in Radlett needs a builder you can trust with structure, safety and budget. This is what you get with us:

  • Over 30 years' experience – in carpentry, building and home renovation.
  • All trades under one roof – carpenters, builders, roofers, painters and kitchen fitters in one team.
  • Design to completion – one firm manages your project from groundwork to final finish.
  • Built on recommendations – most of our work comes from repeat customers, referrals and word of mouth.
  • Clean, considerate sites – customers regularly mention tidy sites and work cleared up daily.

“We have used them twice, exceptional overall - very good after care and communication.”

Peter, customer review
Example of our work: open-plan room with an oak floorExample of our work: pair of new-build houses nearing completionExample of our work: completed new-build semi-detached house

Construction in Radlett: frequently asked questions

Do you cover Radlett?

Yes. Radlett is about 7 miles from our base in Hemel Hempstead and sits well within the area we cover, along with nearby Shenley and Aldenham.

Will structural work on my Victorian terrace in Radlett affect my neighbours?

Often it will. Steel beams for a loft or knock-through usually bear on the party wall, and rear extensions dig near the neighbour's foundations, so Party Wall Act notices are usually needed 1 to 2 months before work starts.

Can a 1930s house in Radlett take a double-storey extension?

Often, yes, if the plot allows. A two-storey side extension always needs planning permission, and the design has to work with the existing hipped roof and the neighbouring house.

Can you build a new house in Radlett?

Yes. We build bespoke new homes, starting with a consultation on layout, specification and finishes. A new house needs full planning permission from Hertsmere Borough Council and Building Regulations approval, and we build to the approved drawings. Much of the land around Radlett is Metropolitan Green Belt, where new homes face strict planning tests.

Can you remove a load-bearing wall?

Yes. Removing a load-bearing wall needs a structural engineer's calculations for the new beam and Building Regulations approval. We prop the structure safely, install the beam on padstones and make good, so the room is ready to decorate.

Do I need a party wall agreement?

If the work affects a shared wall, or you dig foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour's building (6 metres in some cases), the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies. You must serve notice: 2 months before work on a party wall and 1 month before excavations.

What size of construction project in Radlett do you take on?

We take on everything from internal alterations and single-storey extensions to double-storey extensions and complete new homes. No job is too big or small, so tell us what you're planning and we'll arrange a free visit.

As well as Radlett, we cover nearby areas such as construction in Shenley, construction in Aldenham, construction in Borehamwood and construction in Bushey. See every place on our areas we cover page.

Planning work in Radlett? 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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