How It Works
Your journey to a beautifully engineered home extension
A Transparent Process from Start to Finish
Every SmartSpec Extension is bespoke engineered to your property and your requirements. Our structured process ensures complete transparency, no surprises, and a finished extension you'll love for decades.
Your Enquiry
It all starts with you. Whether you're dreaming of a larger kitchen, an extra bedroom, or a dedicated home office, your journey begins when you get in touch. Tell us about your vision and we'll take it from there.
- Free initial consultation
- No obligation discussion
- Understand your requirements
Specialist Site Visit
One of our extension specialists visits your property to understand your project in detail and thoroughly investigate the site. We assess the feasibility, discuss options, and answer all your questions face-to-face.
In 95% of cases, a SmartSpec Extension can be built using our advanced methods.
- Detailed site assessment
- Feasibility investigation
- Discussion of possibilities
Initial Estimate
Once we've confirmed that a SmartSpec Extension is possible for your property, we provide you with an initial estimate. This gives you a clear indication of the investment required before we proceed further.
- Clear pricing indication
- No hidden costs
- Time to consider your options
Structural Engineer Visit
If you're happy with the initial estimate, we arrange a free, no-obligation site visit with our structural engineer. They conduct a detailed technical assessment of your property and the proposed extension.
- Free engineering consultation
- Detailed technical assessment
- No obligation to proceed
Confirmed Price
Following the structural engineer's visit, we can confirm the exact price for your extension. This is a fixed price based on the detailed technical assessment — no surprises, no escalating costs.
- Fixed, confirmed price
- Based on technical assessment
- Complete transparency
Detailed Trade Plans
Once you accept the quote, we create a comprehensive draft of your project. We separate every aspect — electrics, plumbing, carpentry, plastering, and all other trades — creating a detailed plan for each element.
These plans are shared with you for review. You can change, add, or remove any proposed elements before confirming the final plans — this is your extension, built exactly how you want it.
- Separate plans for each trade
- Electrics, plumbing, carpentry, plastering
- Change, add, or remove elements
- Full customer review and approval
Comprehensive Contract
Once all plans are agreed, we create a detailed draft contract. This document leaves nothing to chance and includes:
- Start date and works duration
- Complete list of works by trade following agreed plans
- Clear payment plan
- Snagging list process
- Material and workmanship warranties
- Our public liability insurance
- Full terms and conditions
The draft contract is shared with you for review before any commitment.
Project Initiation
Once all contract details are confirmed and the deposit payment is made, we swing into action:
- Produce structural plans
- Order vital materials
- Register with Building Control
- Schedule your start date
From here, your SmartSpec Extension journey moves from planning to reality.
Then the Build Begins
With everything planned, approved, and signed off, your extension build starts. Our advanced construction methods mean faster completion with minimal disruption to your daily life.
Fast Foundations
Screw pile foundations installed in 1-2 days. No concrete, no excavation, no waiting.
Quality Build
Premium materials and skilled tradespeople working to your approved plans.
Snagging & Handover
Thorough snagging process before final handover. Your satisfaction guaranteed.
Building Control Sign-Off
Full compliance and approval from Building Control at every stage.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation discussion about your extension project.