Our Technology
Innovation in home extension building
Constantly Advancing, Never Compromising
At SmartSpec Extensions, we continuously research and evaluate the latest innovations across the construction industry. From foundations to finishes, we source and implement cutting-edge technologies that deliver superior results.
Every product we use is carefully selected based on performance, durability, and value. We ensure all materials are appropriately fire-rated and accepted by building control authorities. This rigorous approach means you get an extension built with the very best products available today.
RADIX Screw Pile Foundations
Revolutionary steel foundations that eliminate the need for concrete, excavation, and lengthy curing times.
We've partnered with RADIX Group, the UK's largest ground screw and screw pile manufacturer, to deliver foundations that are faster, cleaner, and more sustainable than traditional concrete.
Key Benefits
- Up to 70% Faster Installed in hours, not weeks. No waiting for concrete to cure.
- Immediate Load-Bearing Build can start immediately after installation.
- All-Weather Installation Can be installed year-round, even in winter conditions.
- Minimal Disruption No excavation, no concrete trucks, no mess in your garden.
- 50% Less Carbon Less than half the embodied carbon of concrete foundations.
- Versatile Works in most soil types including slopes, clay, and high water tables.
Technical Specifications
Learn more about this technology at radixgroup.co.uk
Individually Engineered
Every SmartSpec Extension is uniquely designed by our structural engineers and in-house designers to maximise performance and deliver uncompromising quality.
Unlike off-the-shelf solutions, we engineer each extension from the ground up. Our team analyses your property, your requirements, and local conditions to create a bespoke design that outperforms standard extensions in every measurable way.
Why Bespoke Matters
- Superior Thermal Performance Our extensions achieve exceptional U-values, significantly outperforming building regulations and reducing your energy bills year after year.
- Optimised for Your Property Every design accounts for your property's unique characteristics, ensuring seamless integration and maximum usable space.
- Built to Last Generations Engineered with 50+ year lifespans in mind, using materials and methods that stand the test of time.
- Lower Environmental Impact Up to 50% less embodied carbon than traditional builds, with highly efficient insulation reducing ongoing energy consumption.
- Cost-Effective Excellence Smart engineering means premium performance without unnecessary expense. We optimise every element for value.
- Building Control Approved All designs meet or exceed current building regulations, with full structural calculations and documentation provided.
Performance Advantages
Advanced Composite Materials
Fibreglass components that combine exceptional strength with minimal weight, delivering lifetime performance.
We use premium fibreglass components from a leading UK manufacturers. This advanced composite material combines resin and glass fibres to create products that outperform traditional building materials.
Key Benefits
- Exceptional Strength-to-Weight 70% lighter than steel while maintaining structural integrity, reducing load on your property.
- Lifetime Durability Designed to last decades without degradation, maintaining structural integrity in all conditions.
- Weather & Corrosion Resistant Will not rust or corrode, ideal for UK climate with resistance to UV, salt air, and temperature extremes.
- Fire Retardant Built-in fire retardant properties help contain the spread of flames, meeting safety standards.
- Virtually Maintenance-Free Easy to clean and requires little to no maintenance throughout its lifetime.
- Design Flexibility Can be moulded to any specification, with matt, semi-gloss, or high-gloss finish options.
Technical Advantages
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