when an extension makes sense
Sometimes the issue isn’t the location… it’s the space.
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You’ve outgrown your current layout
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You need an extra bedroom or living area
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Your home no longer works for how you live
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You want to stay where you are, but make the house work better
If that sounds familiar, an extension could be the right next step.
what you can do
Extensions can take different forms, depending on your home and your goals.
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Add bedrooms or living spaces
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Expand kitchens or open-plan areas
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Build out or extend upward
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Create self-contained living areas
Every project is different, so we focus on what works best for your property.
"We really loved having Craig working on the site, he was really good at communicating and listening to what we were after and really respectful of our home and family as we came and went." - T & K Duignan
how we work
Extending an existing home comes with more moving parts than a new build. We keep things structured and well managed from the start.
1. Initial Consultation
We talk through your space, your ideas, and what’s realistically achievable.
2. Scope & Planning
We define the work clearly, taking into account the existing structure.
3. Pricing & Agreement
Transparent pricing based on a well-understood scope.
4. Build & Project Management
Our team manages the build, coordinating all trades along the way.
5. Completion
We complete the work properly, making sure everything ties in as it should.
Thinking about extending your home?
why extend with Orkney
Working on an existing home is different from building new.
There are more unknowns, more coordination, and more detail to get right.
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Experience working with existing structures
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One team managing construction, roofing, and waterproofing
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Clear communication throughout the project
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A practical approach to solving on-site challenges
We focus on doing the job properly, not just getting it done.
"I want to give a recommendation to you for the professional work that Kevin Turley has done for us in rebuilding our home." - T Secker
extension projects
Two-storied house extension
Two-storied house extension
This house underwent a large transformation. We added a sunroom, deck, stairs and pergola to the back of the house and recladded most of the exterior.
New unit in house basement
This space was once a dark, dirt floor basement, now converted into a light-filled two-bedroom unit.
Extension and renovation at Linden Community Centre
We extended the room to the left of the main entrance towards the footpath, and also conducted several renovations inside.
thinking about extending your home?
Start with a conversation.
We can talk through your space, your ideas, and what’s possible.
No pressure. Just clear, practical advice.
"They have been at all times highly professional and reliable, with excellent communication skills around work in progress and open and fair pricing."
- J & M Green
contact us
Tell us about your build