Single Story Pitched Roof Kitchen Extensions in Essex

Single story pitched roof kitchen extensions in Essex

Struggling with a cramped kitchen or an outdated layout? A single-story pitched roof extension can transform your space, while also adding natural light and value to your home. If you’re looking to create a modern, open-plan area or improve your property's curb appeal, then this type of extension offers a solution for Essex homeowners.

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What is a Single Story Pitched Roof Kitchen Extension?

Kitchen extension design in Basildon, Essex by Kirkwood

A single-story pitched roof kitchen extension is an extension built to the back or side of your home, featuring a sloping roof. This design not only usually is a more affordable option with the roof finish matching the existing architecture of your home, but it also enhances the internal space with height and natural light when the ceilings are vaulted.

The pitched roof design allows for quick construction, saving on labor costs, while still offering an affordable yet stunning addition to your property. Furthermore, a wide range of roof tiles is typically available to match your existing house.
Key Features:

Key features:

Compliment existing architectural styles

Enhances internal space with vaulted ceilings

Cost-effective and quick to construct

Benefits of a Pitched Roof Kitchen Extension

A pitched roof kitchen extension offers endless benefits, including increased natural light, quick construction and cheaper costs!. Moreover, working with an experienced architect ensures the design maximises these benefits and meets planning requirements.

Internal view of a pitched roof kitchen extension in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, designed by Kirkwood and built by vetted builders

Light & Ventilation

A pitched roof will enable you to add skylights & roof windows. Thereby, bringing in natural light and better airflow, turning a dark kitchen into a bright space.

Space and Value

This type of extension not only provides additional space, but IT can also increase your property’s value by up to 20%. A well-designed extension is a significant investment if it is designed and built correctly with the right permissions.

Architectural Appeal

The sloping ceiling from a pitched roof gives your kitchen a larger feel especially if the ceilings are vaulted. It adds character and helps modernise your home.

Vaulted pitched roof kitchen extension designed and built by Kirkwood in Brentwood, Essex

How to Vault a Pitched Roof Kitchen Extension

Vaulting the ceiling in a single-story pitched roof kitchen extension creates an open and airy feel. Therefore, here’s what you need to consider:

Insulation Specification

There's not a lot to vaulting your single story pitched roof kitchen extension. However, one of the key differences is the way you insulate the ceiling. You will need to achieve a ‘U’ value of 0.20W/m²K to the sloping ceiling. For example, you will want an PIR insulation board like Celotex at 100m thick between the rafters and 40mm thick under the rafters.

Insulation Specification

There's not a lot to vaulting your single story pitched roof kitchen extension. One of the key differences is the way you insulate the ceiling. You will need to achieve a ‘U’ value of 0.20W/m²K to the sloping ceiling. To give you an idea you will want an PIR insulation board like Celotex at 100m thick between the rafters and 40mm thick under the rafters.

Remember Vapour Barrier

The vapour control layer otherwise known as Vapour barrier or VCL is a very important aspect to the roof build up. You do not want moisture leaking into the walls or roof structure. If moisture can find a way into the building materials, it will continue to take this path and cause damage, rotting and grow mould. Which leads me onto my next point.

Navy kitchen extension with a pitched roof in Chelmsford, Essex

Key Considerations for Your Kitchen Extension

There are some essential factors to plan and optimise your kitchen extension project. Additionally, an architect can help ensure the design is practical, meets building regulations and works with your property’s layout.

Architectural Plan

Kirkwood provides detailed architectural designs tailored to your requirements, ensuring your extension exceeds expectations and meets yours and your families needs.

Planning Permission

Most single-story extensions fall under permitted development, which still require some form of permission. Fortunately, Kirkwood handles all planning permission requirements for projects that need approval. Learn more on the Planning Portal.

Kitchen Design

3D kitchen design service helps you visualise your extension, making it easier to plan the layout and style. For inspiration, explore design inspiration on Houzz.

Matching the Single Story Extension Materials to the House

Ensure your single-story extension blends seamlessly by matching its materials to the existing house. For example, the external view of a kitchen extension in Hornchurch shows materials matching the house bricks.
External view of a kitchen extension in Hornchurch with materials matching the house bricks

Doors and Windows

You don't always have to match profiles exactly. In fact, a contrast between the windows and doors can look great. An architect will calculate how much glass or window space is required per square meter of roof and wall to meet building regulations and ensure adequate natural light.

Brick Matching

The builder will photograph your brickwork in natural light and consult online brick-matching services to achieve the perfect match.

Matching Roof Tiles

The builder will take clear photos of your existing tiles and source the closest match at a local builders merchants. Like Travis Perkins or Jewsons.

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Guide to Costs for Single Story Pitched Roof Kitchen Extensions

The cost for a single story pitched roof kitchen extension can range from £29,995 to
£80,000 based on size and materials.

  1. Small Extension (20m²): From £29,995
  2.  Medium Extension (30m²): From £45,000
  3.  Large Extension (50m²): From £60,000

Kirkwood offers free build cost estimates to help you budget.

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Why Choose Kirkwood for Your Kitchen Extension

Kirkwood offers a complete solution for Essex homeowners, managing everything
from architectural plans to structural calculations.
Moreover, our package can include:

Don't take our word for it

See what our customers are saying on Google
Boris
19:35 12 Nov 23
Kirkwood Design and Build Builders, Wickford did a fantastic job on our extension in Billericay. They helped with planning permission, design, and build. Professional company through and through. Given that we haven't done such a large project before, we were a bit nervous and had a lot of questions. Jamie and his team from Kirkwood Design and Build Builders was good putting us at ease and now that we are fully complete with all our work, we further appreciate how professional this company is. Would highly recommend.
Holly Luckin
09:29 11 Nov 23
Nothing was to much hassle and Jamie is lovely!
john rocke
11:33 09 Nov 23
Great company and very professional. Nothing was a problem, very helpful and will definitely use them again. Have already given their details to a friend of mine.
Dave Lynch
19:32 08 Nov 23
Work carried out to a very high standard, very pleased with the results.
Sharon Gormer
13:06 07 Nov 23
Very professional company, helpful and friendly staff.
Aaron Tutton
11:15 07 Nov 23
Great builders, very professional and perfectionists! Thank you for such an amazing job
Olly Tait
13:28 21 Apr 23
Jamie and his team were so profesional from start to finish and made the job a joy to watch our dream come together.Very knowledgeable and contactable throughout the process.Couldn't ask for a better outcome and value for money.Will definitely be recommending and 100% will use again!5 star!!!
Sandie
20:03 20 Jan 23
I highly recommend the Kirkwood team! Exceptional workmanship, clear communication, Jamie & his team have provided the utmost as a polite & professional team! Very satisfied customer, looking forward to planning our loft conversion this year with you guys! Many thanks!
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Kirkwood Builders constructing a kitchen extension in Billericay, Essex

Builder tips for kitchen extension

Here are some tips to help you choose the best local builders for your project:

Tip 1: Check Your Builder’s Experience

Always hire a builder with experience in pitched roof extensions. This is important because they need to understand the specifics of the project.

Tip 2: Discuss Costs and Timelines

H3: Tip 2: Discuss Costs and Timelines
Agree on a clear and itemised quote and timeline before any work starts. This way, you can avoid surprises later down the line.

Tip 3: Use a Contract

Always have a contract that clearly outlines the project address, cost, payment structure, and guarentees.

Areas We Cover in Essex

We proudly serve these areas in Essex for Architectural design:

Wherever you are in Essex,  Kirkwood is here to help.

frequently asked question

Typically, it takes between 3 to 6 months, depending on the complexity and weather.

Most extensions fall under permitted development but some might require planning permission. Even if they fall under the PD rule, we still gain permission for peace of mine. Kirkwood handles all this for you.

Use our Howdens kitchen trade account and purchase a stunning kitchen for a fraction of the cost.  Kirkwood provides free build cost estimates to help you budget.

A wellplanned kitchen extension can add 5-20% to your property’s value.

Only pay after building regulations have inspected and confirmed the builder can move onto the next stage.

Final Thoughts on Single Story Pitched Roof Kitchen Extensions

A single story pitched roof kitchen extension can transform your home, while also adding much needed space, and value. With Kirkwood’s complete home extension planning services every detail will be handled in a way that consistently earns us a 5 star Google review. We will help you find reliable local builders, ensuring your renovation, extension, or conversion is completed to the highest standards.
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