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House Extensions in Godalming
Extra space for Godalming homes, from a single-storey kitchen extension to a double-storey addition, built by a team committed to a quality, stress-free service.
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Godalming extension builders
Providing house extensions in Godalming and the surrounding areas.
A team of dedicated builders and carpenters, keeping you informed from the first visit to the final handover.
Godman Construction is your local choice for house extensions in Godalming. Alongside extensions we carry out a wide range of building and home improvement work across Surrey and Hampshire, from flooring to complete new builds, so whatever your project involves, one team can handle it.
We know a building project, large or small, can be stressful. That is why we keep you up to date with regular progress reports and straight answers to your questions, and why so many of our customers recommend us.
Read about the extensions we build and our recent work, then get in touch for advice and a free quotation.
House extensions in Godalming.
Whatever kind of space you need, one experienced team to design it, get it approved and build it.
Single-storey extensions
A bigger kitchen, a family room or a dining space on the ground floor, opening onto the garden.
Double-storey extensions
Space on two floors from one build: a larger living area below, a bedroom or en-suite above.
Kitchen extensions
Room for an island, a dining table and somewhere to sit, with light pouring in from above.
Side return & wrap-around extensions
Use the strip of land beside the house, or wrap around the back and side for a larger L-shaped room.
Home office & family room extensions
A quiet place to work, a playroom or a second sitting room, away from the busiest part of the house.
Extension & renovation together
Extend and update the rooms you already have in one programme of work.
Why Godalming homeowners choose Godman Construction.
Extending is one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your home. This is what we promise in return.
Get a QuoteFree quotations
We assess your house and what you want from it, from the size and complexity of the extension to the materials, and give you a clear, detailed breakdown of the costs, free of charge.
Quality guarantee
We stand by our work. Every extension comes with our quality guarantee and a commitment to craftsmanship that reflects your home and your style.
Kept informed
Regular updates, honest answers and options explained before decisions are made, so you always know how the build is going.
One team, start to finish
Design, approvals, construction and the finishing touches are handled by one team, so you have a single point of contact throughout.
What an extension can do for your home
More than extra square metres: the right extension changes how the whole house works.
Added living space
An extra bedroom for a growing family, a home office for remote work or a spacious kitchen diner. We design each extension around your lifestyle, so the new space is as practical as it is good to look at.
Added property value
A larger footprint makes a home more useful today and more appealing to buyers later. With builders, engineers and architects working together, every part of the project is handled with the market value of your Godalming home in mind.
Adapt your property
An extension is a chance to rework tired or underused rooms at the same time, whether you want a modern open-plan layout or to keep the charm of original features, with kitchens, bathrooms and complete makeovers carried out alongside.
Planning an extension in Godalming
Godalming is an old market town on the River Wey, with Green Belt all around and the Surrey Hills on its doorstep. These are the local rules most likely to shape your extension.
Who decides planning applications
Waverley Borough Council, until West Surrey Council takes over planning on 1 April 2027. The national permitted development rules stay the same through the change.
Conservation areas
Five cover parts of the town and its edges: Binscombe, Crown Pits, Ockford Road, the Godalming Navigations and River Wey, and the Town Centre, the oldest, designated in 1974. Inside one, a side extension, or one over a single storey, can’t go ahead without planning permission. Maps are on Waverley’s conservation areas page.
Waverley’s extension design guide
The council’s Residential Extensions supplementary planning document, adopted in 2010, sets out what it expects on scale, design and the effect on neighbours. We design with it in mind from the first sketch.
The neighbourhood plan
The Godalming and Farncombe Neighbourhood Plan, approved at referendum in July 2019, forms part of the statutory development plan, and Waverley applies it alongside its own policies.
Green Belt and the Surrey Hills
Homes in the Green Belt keep their permitted development rights, but an extension that needs permission must not be disproportionate to the original house. In the Surrey Hills National Landscape the permitted development limits are tighter still.
Flood risk by the Wey
The Lammas Lands, the water meadows in the middle of the town, are the river’s working floodplain. Homes in a flood zone need a flood risk assessment to go with any planning application for an extension. Check the flood map for planning.
A highly rated team for every kind of building work.
We’ve built a reputation locally for quality, and for making building work as stress-free as it can be. Take a look at what our customers say.
Rated 5 out of 5
James and his team were great to work with and when we hit unforeseen problems, James always talked through and out lined the options available. Throughout the process communication was outstanding. I completely trusted James and the team (also with an escapee dog!) when we were not here. All the labourers which came on site were very friendly, polite and great keeping our neighbours in the loop. The team were very patient and flexible when I would changed my mind on a design point! I would not hesitate to use James again and I would highly recommend James and his crew.
Rated 5 out of 5
James and the team did a fantastic job of opening up a dated lower floor layout at my house combining three small rooms to create a modern functional open plan kitchen diner. The house threw up quite a few unforeseen complications all of which James was able to discuss, take on and come up with solutions with out any dramas. He was able to fit in the additional extra works around other commitment so that I was able to hit my kitchen install deadline. Would recommend and will use again.
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent job thank you
From initial enquiry to the completion of the job Godman Construction have been a pleasure to deal with. Very professional and competively priced. We are extremely pleased with the doors, they look amazing and the fit is perfect.
Rated 5 out of 5
Communication was outstanding, the trader always doubled checked things with me and informed me from start to finish on a daily basis, All expectations were met and when leaving the site it was left securely and safely. The end product was everything I imagined. I would highly recommend them.
Rated 5 out of 5
There was two main things required as part of the work; the actual conversion of the garage and communication / liaising with local council to ensure the work is carried with council requirements. The work carried out by Godman Construction was swift, to a high standard and we are delighted with the results. In particular, two areas to highlight which made a big difference; (1) Excellent communication at all times. (2) Consultative process throughout - this meant the end results were exactly what we wanted. I would have no hesitation in recommending James and his team for work required.
Rated 5 out of 5
Great service and very reliable. Efficient on timescales and good workmanship.
House extensions across Surrey and Hampshire.
Based in St John’s, Woking, about nine miles north of Godalming, we build extensions all over Surrey and into north-east Hampshire, including:
- House extensions in FarnhamGeorgian streets, listed buildings and six conservation areas, west of Godalming.
- House extensions in WokingOur home borough, where Green Belt and heathland shape what can be built.
- House extensions in FarnboroughOver the Hampshire border, with its own council and its own extension guide.
Questions about house extensions in Godalming.
We have answered the questions we hear most often, so you can make an informed decision about extending your home.
How can a house extension benefit me?
It gives you more living space without moving, lets you adapt the house to a changing lifestyle or a growing family, can improve how the house looks, and usually adds to what it is worth.
How long does a house extension project usually take?
That comes down to the size and complexity of the extension. A straightforward single-storey extension typically takes around 10 to 12 weeks on site, while a double-storey extension or a more complex design can take several months. We give you a realistic programme before work begins.
Will I need planning permission for my house extension in Godalming?
Some extensions are permitted development and need no application; others need permission from Waverley Borough Council. That turns on the extension’s size, the type of house and where it stands: homes in Godalming’s conservation areas or the Surrey Hills have tighter limits. We check the position for your property before any design is fixed, and our guide to the planning rules sets out the main limits.
How much will a house extension cost in Godalming?
Size, materials, finishes and the complexity of the design all affect the price. We provide free quotations, so you get an accurate, detailed breakdown for your own project before you commit.
Which areas do you cover?
Our office is in St John’s, Woking. We build extensions in Godalming and right across Surrey and into Hampshire, including Farnham, Woking and Farnborough.
How do I get started?
Ring 01483 494 651, send a WhatsApp message or use the quote form at the top of the page. We aim to reply within 24 hours, then arrange a visit and a free quotation.