by blsred204 | Oct 8, 2025 | Blog, FAQs
Planning permission isn’t always required for small home extensions in Scotland – thanks to Permitted Development Rights (PD). Under these national rules, many single-storey rear extensions (meeting certain size limits) can be built without a planning application....
by blsred204 | Oct 6, 2025 | FAQs
Questions to Ask a Builder When Planning a Home Extension Home extensions are a popular way to add space and value to your property, especially around Edinburgh and Midlothian. Before you sign any contracts, it’s crucial to vet your builder thoroughly. Asking the...
by blsred204 | Oct 3, 2025 | FAQs
Ideal customer persona: This guide is aimed at local homeowners in Edinburgh or Midlothian (often 30–60 years old) who need more living space – for example, a growing family wanting extra bedrooms, a bigger kitchen/dining area, or accessible ground-floor living....
by blsred204 | Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, FAQs
Adding an extension to your home can transform your living space – but first you must navigate Scotland’s planning rules. In Edinburgh and Midlothian (as throughout Scotland) almost any significant extension requires approval by the local council unless it falls under...
by blsred204 | Sep 30, 2025 | Blog, FAQs
Thinking of extending your Edinburgh or Midlothian home? A typical house extension project – from design to handing over the keys – often spans several months to a year. In practice, most extensions take roughly 7–15 months from initial concept to completion. This...