Porch building in Woolwich, Eltham and Shooters Hill. Brick and glazed porches built on proper foundations, matched to the house.
Often not, if it stays within permitted development size limits. We check before starting.
Usually a couple of weeks, weather permitting.
Often yes, but access for readings needs thinking about. We plan around it.
Sometimes, if drainage is nearby, though it makes the job bigger.
It makes a house more comfortable and practical, which buyers notice.
Sometimes, depending on the house and the design. We look at the front before suggesting a layout.
The path can be adjusted or relaid where the porch changes the entrance.
Often, if there is enough space in front. Terraces facing straight onto the pavement may not have room.
A porch keeps the weather and draughts out of the hall, and gives somewhere for coats, shoes and deliveries. In Woolwich and Eltham many are added to 1930s semis and post-war houses. Built properly, it sits on real foundations, the brick matches the house, and the roof ties in without leaking at the wall. Many porches are permitted development within size limits, so they can often go ahead without a full planning application.
In Woolwich, the cost of a porch depends on its size, the materials, the roof and the door. A simple brick porch is quicker than one with a large glazed front. Photos of the front of the house are enough for a first price.
Around Shooters Hill and Eltham, where many houses have bay fronts and deep front gardens, a porch can be built in brick to match the house, or with a lighter glazed front to keep the hall bright. We show examples from similar houses before you choose.
Dug and laid properly so the porch does not crack away from the house.
Bricks and mortar chosen to match the house as closely as possible.
Tiled or flat roofs tied into the wall with flashing so no water gets in.
A secure front door and glazing that suits the house.
An outside light or socket added if needed.
The front garden and path kept tidy during the build.
Rainwater from the porch roof taken to a drain or soakaway.
Send a photo or a quick video of the room on WhatsApp, or get a free fixed quote, no obligation, and we’ll tell you straight what it needs.