A double-storey extension adds two floors of new space to your house in one build, typically a larger kitchen or living room downstairs with an extra bedroom, bathroom or en-suite above, sharing one set of foundations and one roof.
Whatever type of house you own in Buckie, we start by looking at how a double-storey extension would fit it rather than offering a standard package. We cover AB56 and neighbouring places such as Lossiemouth, Elgin and Forres. One named person looks after you from survey to handover, and nothing is booked until you hold our figure in writing, fixed for the work described.
- Guide price
- £58,000–£115,000 inc VAT
- Time on site
- 14–22 weeks on site
- Postcodes
- AB56
- Planning rules
- Scotland
- Local area
- Moray
- Survey
- Free, with a written quote
How much does a double-storey extension cost in Buckie?
These are guide costs, not quotes. For a double-storey extension in Buckie the range is £58,000–£115,000, VAT included, reflecting prices in Scotland that are about 4% below the national guide. Once we have visited for a free survey, you get a firm figure for the scope you approve.
| Type of job | What it usually involves | Guide in Buckie |
|---|---|---|
| Small (15–20m² total) | A compact rear or side extension adding a small room on each floor. | £38,500–£62,000 |
| Typical (30–40m² total) | A larger kitchen or living room below with a double bedroom or en-suite above. | £58,000–£115,000 |
| Large (50m² plus total) | Wide or deep extensions, often with a new bathroom, steelwork and high-spec glazing. | £96,000–£173,000 |
Expect these to shape the final quote:
- Combined floor area across both storeys
- Bathrooms, en-suites and plumbing on the upper floor
- Foundation depth, ground conditions and drains to divert
- Scaffolding duration, access and the level of finishes
What do you get?
- Groundworks, foundations and below-ground drainage
- Insulated cavity walls with brick or render to match the house
- First-floor joists, stud walls and new openings upstairs
- Roof structure tied into the existing roof, tiled to match
- Electrics, plumbing and heating by qualified trades, with certificates
- Windows, external doors, plastering and internal doors
Local housing and a double-storey extension
Elgin and Forres have historic sandstone centres, fishing towns such as Buckie and Lossiemouth have stone cottages and terraces, and Speyside villages have grown around their distilleries. Harled cottages, farmhouses and modern estates on the edges of the main towns make up much of the remaining housing.
Moray is sunnier and drier than much of Scotland, but winters are cold and the Moray Firth coast is exposed.
That variety is why a guide price for a double-storey extension in Buckie is only a starting point; the survey shows what your particular property needs.
Do you need permission in Buckie?
Buckie is in Scotland, so the planning and building rules set out below are the ones that apply. We confirm the details with the council before we quote.
In Scotland, extensions of more than one storey are only permitted development in narrow cases (Class 1B, well away from the boundary they face and outside conservation areas), so most need planning permission.
A building warrant is required before work starts. Scotland has no Party Wall Act; neighbour and title issues are handled under general law.
Rules change and every property is different, so we check the planning history and constraints for your address before we quote.
From survey to handover
We look at the job
Book a visit and we'll come to you. The survey covers measurements, the state of what's there now and any obvious constraints, so the price that follows is based on your actual home, not an average.
Price and scope agreed
We turn the survey notes into a written quote. The price is fixed for the specification we agree, and the document sets out materials, scope and payment stages in plain language.
Booking the work
With the quote agreed, we book the work in and handle preparation: permissions where needed, building control notifications, material orders and access arrangements for your Buckie property.
Finish and handover
The job proceeds in the order set out in the programme, with dust and debris kept under control. Finally we tidy away, inspect the work together and pass the finished project over to you with its paperwork.
Why homeowners choose us
Common questions
How long does a double-storey extension take?
A double-storey extension typically takes 14–22 weeks on site, depending on size, roof design and weather. Foundations and ground-floor walls come first, then the first-floor joists, upper walls and roof. Once it is weathertight, electrics, plumbing, plastering and finishes follow. Allow extra time beforehand for drawings, calculations and approvals. We give you a stage-by-stage programme with your quote.
Is a double-storey extension better value than single-storey?
A double-storey extension usually gives better value per square metre than a single-storey one, because the same foundations and roof serve twice the floor area. The overall cost is higher, and planning can be harder because of the effect on neighbours. If you might want an extra bedroom later, building both floors now avoids a second round of disruption and scaffolding.
How much will a double-storey extension cost in Buckie?
As a guide, expect to pay £58,000–£115,000 including VAT for a double-storey extension in Buckie. That range is adjusted for Scotland, which runs about 4% below the national guide. Where your project lands depends on size, materials, access and the condition of what is already there. We confirm a fixed price in writing after a free survey of your home.
Will the extension affect my neighbours?
A double-storey extension can affect neighbours' light, outlook and privacy, which is why planning departments look closely at height, depth and window positions. Side windows facing neighbours often need obscure glass. Work near a shared wall may also need party wall notices; the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies in England and Wales only. We talk through these points early so the design is realistic.
What happens at the survey?
We visit your home at a time that suits you, look at the area involved, take measurements and check access, condition and any services that might be affected. We talk through what you want from a double-storey extension, explain the options and answer questions. There is no charge and no obligation; afterwards we send a written quote.
Nearby towns
Homes across AB56 in Buckie are within our coverage, as are those in Lossiemouth, Elgin and Forres. If you are just outside these areas, ask anyway, because we work right across the UK.