Home Extensions Sussex

Extend Your Home. Not Your Stress.

Greenways Sussex deliver expertly built home extensions across Brighton, Hove, Worthing and the wider Sussex area. From groundworks to final finish — one trusted team, one fixed price, zero surprises.

Free site visit included
Fixed-price written quote
5-year workmanship guarantee
£2M public liability insurance
Kitchen extension by Greenways Sussex
500+
Projects completed in Sussex
9.8/10
Checkatrade
500+
Projects completed across Sussex
30+
Years building in Sussex
9.8/10
Checkatrade rating
5yr
Workmanship guarantee
The Smart Alternative to Moving

Why extend rather
than move?

The average cost of moving home in the UK — including stamp duty, estate agent fees, legal costs and removals — exceeds £30,000. A well-planned extension gives you the space you need, adds up to 20% to your property value, and lets you stay in the neighbourhood you love.

0% Avg value added
£0k+ Avg moving cost saved
01
Add significant property value

A single-storey extension typically adds 10–15% to your home's value. A double-storey can add up to 20%.

02
Create the space your family needs

Open-plan kitchen-diners, extra bedrooms, home offices — an extension is designed around how you actually live.

03
Far cheaper than the cost of moving

Avoid stamp duty, estate agent fees and the upheaval of moving. Extend for a fraction of the cost.

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No obligation, no pressure We visit, assess and provide a detailed written quote — usually within 5 working days.
Before and after kitchen extension by Greenways Sussex — old cramped kitchen transformed into open-plan kitchen-diner with lantern roof and bifold doors Before After
+20% Property value
£30k+ Moving cost saved
Our Services

Every type of home extension, built right

From compact kitchen extensions to full wraparound builds, we handle every stage — groundworks, structure, roofing, glazing and internal fit-out.

Single storey rear extension Most Popular

Single-Storey Rear Extension

The most common type — extends the back of your home to create a larger kitchen, dining room or living space. Often permitted development, meaning no planning permission required.

Typical cost range £40,000 – £90,000+
  • Up to 8m under permitted development (detached)
  • Ideal for open-plan kitchen-diners
  • Lantern roofs and bifold doors available
  • Build time: 10–16 weeks on site
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Double storey extension Best Value

Double-Storey Extension

Add a bedroom above and living space below for significantly more space at a lower cost per m² than a single-storey build. Foundations and roof costs are shared across two floors.

Typical cost range £80,000 – £150,000+
  • Up to 200% more space for 50–70% more cost
  • Planning permission typically required
  • Adds a bedroom + downstairs living space
  • Build time: 16–24 weeks on site
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Side return extension

Side Return Extension

Perfect for Victorian and Edwardian terraces, a side return extension fills the narrow alley beside your home to dramatically transform your kitchen into a wide, light-filled space.

Typical cost range £45,000 – £95,000+
  • Transforms narrow terraced kitchens
  • Often combined with rear extension (wraparound)
  • Rooflights and glazed roofs maximise light
  • Build time: 12–18 weeks on site
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Wraparound extension Maximum Space

Wraparound Extension

Combines a rear extension with a side return to create an L-shaped addition that maximises every square metre of available space. The ultimate transformation for terraced and semi-detached homes.

Typical cost range £70,000 – £130,000+
  • L-shaped design maximises ground floor space
  • Planning permission usually required
  • Ideal for large open-plan living areas
  • Build time: 20–28 weeks on site
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Kitchen extension

Kitchen Extension

The most popular reason to extend. Creates the open-plan kitchen-diner that modern family life demands — with room for an island, a dining table, and a direct connection to the garden.

Typical cost range £40,000 – £90,000+
  • Bifold or sliding doors to garden
  • Lantern or flat roof with rooflights
  • Adds up to 10% to property value
  • Build time: 10–16 weeks on site
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Groundworks and foundations

Foundations & Groundworks

Our specialist groundworks team handles foundations, drainage, concrete slabs and substructure work — whether you need us for the full build or just the groundworks stage.

Typical cost range £8,000 – £25,000+
  • Strip, raft and pad foundations
  • Drainage design and installation
  • Concrete slab and DPC installation
  • Structural engineer liaison
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No obligation. We visit, assess and provide a detailed written quote — usually within 5 working days.

What Our Customers Say

Real projects. Real results. Real reviews.

Homeowners across Sussex trust Greenways to get the groundwork right — and deliver a finish they're proud of.

Checkatrade Verified
30+ Years in Sussex
£2M Public Liability Insurance
Building Regs Certificates
5-Year Workmanship Guarantee
Google Review

"Great team - very knowledgeable and went over and above to get the work done. Gave great advice and really a one stop shop for top quality work."

NC
Nino Cafolla
Google Review
Checkatrade Review

"We had three quotes for our side return kitchen extension. Greenways weren't the cheapest but they were by far the most thorough — they came back with a detailed spec, explained the permitted development rules clearly, and their project manager was on site every day. The result is stunning."

MJ
Mark J.
Side return kitchen extension · Worthing
Google Review

"Fantastic service from Greenways Sussex. Not only was the price spot on, but the after-care and clean-up were absolutely first class. Rhys and the team kept everything running smoothly and finished on schedule, ready for the next stage of the build. I'd happily recommend them to anyone."

CK
Chris Kraszewski
Local Guide · Google Review
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Join 500+ Sussex homeowners who've trusted Greenways with their extension

Why Choose Greenways

Built for homeowners who want it done properly

We're not a sales company that subcontracts the work. We're a Sussex-based construction team with 30+ years of experience who take personal responsibility for every project.

Groundworks Specialists First

Most builders subcontract their groundworks. We do it ourselves. Our team has specialist expertise in foundations, drainage and substructure — the elements that determine whether your extension lasts 10 years or 100.

Fixed-Price Quotes, No Surprises

We provide fully itemised, fixed-price written quotations. What we quote is what you pay — unless you change the scope. No hidden extras, no retrospective charges, no nasty surprises at the end.

Dedicated Project Manager

Every project has a named project manager who is your single point of contact from first site visit to final handover. You'll always know what's happening, when, and who to call.

Planning & Regulations Managed

We handle permitted development notifications, planning applications and building regulations submissions. You don't need to navigate the council — we do it for you.

Genuinely Local to Sussex

We're not a national franchise. We're a Sussex-based team who know the local planning authorities, the local soil conditions, and the local building styles. Our reputation in this county is everything to us.

Full Certification on Completion

We provide all building regulations completion certificates, structural warranties and documentation on handover — essential for your records and for future property sales.

Common Questions

Answers to the questions every homeowner asks

We've answered hundreds of homeowner questions over 30 years. Here are the ones that come up most often. If yours isn't here, just call us.

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Many extensions don't require planning permission under permitted development rights. A single-storey rear extension on a detached house can extend up to 8 metres without planning (6 metres for semi-detached or terraced). However, double-storey extensions, wraparound extensions, and any work in conservation areas will require a full planning application. We'll confirm exactly what you need at your free site visit.
Costs vary significantly depending on size, specification and complexity. As a guide, single-storey extensions in Sussex typically cost between £2,200 and £3,300 per m² (excluding VAT). A typical 30m² kitchen extension would cost between £66,000 and £99,000 plus VAT. Double-storey extensions are often more cost-effective per m². We provide detailed, fixed-price written quotes after a free site visit — so you know exactly what you'll pay.
The construction phase for a single-storey extension typically takes 10–16 weeks on site. Double-storey extensions take 16–24 weeks, and wraparound extensions 20–28 weeks. Including design, planning (if required) and building regulations, the full project from first contact to completion is typically 7–12 months. We provide a detailed project programme at the start so you always know what's happening and when.
Yes — a well-built extension typically adds 10–20% to your property's value. A single-storey extension adds around 10–15%, a double-storey up to 20%, and a kitchen extension around 10%. In Sussex's property market, the return on investment is typically strong. The value added depends on the quality of the build, the design, and the local market — which is why choosing the right builder matters.
In most cases, no — you can stay in your home during the build. We work to minimise disruption, keep the site clean and tidy at the end of each day, and protect internal areas from dust and debris. For kitchen extensions, there will be a period without a functioning kitchen, which we'll plan around carefully. We'll discuss the impact on your daily life at the planning stage and give you honest, practical advice.
Our groundworks service covers everything below and at ground level: excavation, strip/raft/pad foundations, drainage design and installation, concrete slab, damp-proof course and substructure walls. As groundworks specialists, this is our core expertise — and the reason our extensions are built to last. We can provide groundworks-only services for other builders, or as part of a full design-and-build package.
We're Checkatrade verified with a 9.8/10 rating from real homeowner reviews. We carry £2M public liability insurance, provide written contracts, and give you a dedicated project manager as your single point of contact. We're happy to provide references from recent projects in your area, and you can read our reviews on Google and Checkatrade. We've been building in Sussex for over 30 years — our reputation here is everything to us.
All our work is covered by a 5-year workmanship guarantee, and we carry £2M public liability insurance. We work to a written contract that protects both parties. If any issue arises during the build, your project manager will address it immediately — we don't disappear after the job is done. Building control inspections at key stages also provide an independent check on our work throughout the project.
Where We Work

Home extensions across Sussex

We build throughout East and West Sussex. If you're not sure whether we cover your area, just give us a call.

Brighton Hove Worthing Crawley Horsham Eastbourne Lewes Haywards Heath Burgess Hill Shoreham-by-Sea Lancing Littlehampton Chichester Hastings Uckfield East Grinstead Crowborough Midhurst Petworth

Not sure if we cover you?

Give us a call or drop us a message — we'll let you know straight away.

Email
info@greenwayssussex.co.uk
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Free site visit — no charge, no obligation
Fixed-price written quote within 5 working days
Planning permission advice included
5-year workmanship guarantee on all work
£2M public liability insurance
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