An extension is a significant investment that requires expert craftsmanship to ensure a seamless blend with the existing structure. JK Edwards Brickwork Contractors Ltd. are your trusted partners for delivering high-quality, architecturally sympathetic brickwork for all types of property extensions.
We provide the technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail required to match materials, ensure structural integrity, and deliver an extension that looks and performs as if it were part of the original building.
Why Choose Us for Your Extension?
Building an extension requires specialist skills that go beyond standard new builds, primarily in the areas of material matching and seamless integration.
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Precise Material Matching: Our expertise lies in sourcing and utilizing bricks and mortar that perfectly complement your existing structure, whether it’s modern stock or period-specific materials.
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Structural Integration: We ensure the new brickwork cavity, foundations, and load-bearing walls are flawlessly tied into the existing building’s structure, guaranteeing long-term stability and compliance.
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Insulation and Efficiency: We adhere strictly to current building regulations, ensuring the blockwork and brickwork provides optimal thermal efficiency and weather resistance for your new space.
Our Extension Brickwork Services
We cover all phases of brickwork and blockwork necessary for a successful extension project:
Foundations and Footings
The extension’s stability depends entirely on a solid start. We carry out precise excavation and construction of foundations to the required depth and specification, ensuring they are correctly tied to the original building’s footings.
Cavity Wall Construction
Our team expertly constructs the internal blockwork and external brickwork cavity walls, ensuring precise wall thickness, correct insulation installation, and accurate placement of damp-proof courses (DPCs) and cavity trays.
Structural Openings and Features
We handle all structural alterations needed to connect the old and new structures, including:
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Laying Steelwork: Accurate installation of steel beams (RSJs) and lintels to create openings for doors, windows, and connecting points.
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Brickwork Features: Executing detailed work such as curved walls, decorative panels, arches, and chimneys to match the established style.
Groundworks and Drainage
We manage the necessary groundwork surrounding the new build, including perimeter drainage, retaining walls (if required), and block paving, ensuring proper water management and site functionality.
