Wrap around Extension Case Study
Client: Private Residential
Location: Greasby
Contract Type: Initial Scope + Additional Works
Executive Summary
Allerton was contracted to deliver a comprehensive wrap-around home extension in Greasby, expanding the property’s footprint and creating a light-filled, modern living space. Beyond the initial build, our team expanded the scope to handle extensive garden drainage, custom interior fit-outs, and exterior prep work, delivering a seamless, end-to-end transformation.
Our work consisted of:
- Plant hire, drains & soakaway.
- Foundations, concrete floor & screed.Windows, bifolds and front door.
- Fascia & soffits, 3 x solar powered velux windows.
- 10 x double sockets.
- 12 spots, 5 pendants & 2 extractor fans.
- Fit toilet & sink.
- Fit radiators.
- Plastering, skirting & door architraving.
Phase 1: The Core Extension (Original Quote)
The primary focus was to build a structurally sound, highly functional wrap-around extension fitted with premium finishes to maximize natural light and interior space.
Structural & Exterior Shell
- Groundworks: Managed site plant hire, installed all primary foul drains, soakaways, and laid high-spec concrete foundations and floor screeding.
- Apertures & Glazing: Installed double-glazed windows, a new secure front door, and sleek bifold doors to create an effortless indoor-outdoor flow.
- Roofing & Lighting: Fitted fascias and soffits alongside three solar-powered Velux windows to flood the extension with natural daylight.
First & Second Fix Interiors
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Electrical: Complete wiring setup including 10 double power sockets, 12 recessed spotlights, 5 pendant light features, and dual extractor fans.
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Plumbing & Heating: Fitted new radiators, toilet, and sink facilities.
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Finishes: Professional plastering throughout, finished with precision skirtings and door architraving.
Phase 2: Additional Scope
During the build, the client requested additional exterior groundworks, specialised interior features, and full exterior finishing.
| Area | Additional Scope Delivered |
| Landscaping & Drainage | Removed existing soil/stone for upcoming porcelain paving. Solved ongoing garden flooding issues by engineering additional drainage and ACO channel drains. Cleared trees, old fencing, and sleepers. |
| Driveway Prep | Excavated and fully leveled the front driveway in preparation for resin surfacing. |
| Kitchen & Media Wall | Full kitchen installation accompanied by custom electrical work, including a modern living room media wall. |
| Advanced Electrics | Upgraded to a new fuse board, installed specialised circuit wiring, and ran exterior armoured cabling for garden lighting. |
| Exterior Finishing | Rendered and painted the external extension walls for a crisp, cohesive look. |
The Results
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Increased Living Area: A fully insulated, light-filled modern extension that integrates seamlessly into the existing structure.
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Flood Prevention: A long-term drainage solution protecting the garden and paved areas against heavy rainfall.
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Value-Added Features: High-end finishes including solar Velux rooflights, custom media wall wiring, and upgraded exterior security/lighting readiness.
“By managing both the complex structural extension and the unforeseen drainage challenges in the garden, Allerton delivered a turn-key project that completely transformed how the client uses their home, inside and out.”
