Building work as well as gardens
Daniel John Landscapes is best known for patios and gardens, but extensions and house renovations are also part of what the business offers. For homeowners, that can be a real advantage: the person improving the inside of your home understands how it connects to the outside, from door thresholds and patio levels to the view from a new room into the garden. Our guide to what affects the cost of an extension explains how a project is priced.
Daniel John Painter has 18 years of trading experience, holds NVQ Level 1 and 2 qualifications in carpentry and carries public liability insurance up to £1,000,000.
Extensions
An extension can add a larger kitchen, an extra living space or a garden room that opens onto the back of the house. Every extension is different, and the right approach depends on the size and age of your home, the space available and what you want the new room to do.
Larger building projects can require planning permission and will need to meet Building Regulations. It is important to understand these requirements at the start, so that design decisions are made with them in mind. Daniel can talk through what your project is likely to involve when he visits.
House renovations
Renovation covers a wide range of work, from updating tired rooms to bringing an older property back into good condition. Each job starts with an honest look at the existing building, because what is behind the plaster or under the floor can affect how the work needs to be done.
- Assessing the property and discussing priorities
- Agreeing a clear scope before work starts
- Explaining anything unexpected found once work begins
- Keeping the site tidy and respecting your home
Joining the house to the garden
Where an extension or renovation changes the back of the house, it is the ideal time to rethink the garden too. New doors may need a patio at the right height, a covered area such as a pergola or canopy can extend the living space, and a full garden renovation can bring everything together. Having one business involved in both makes it easier to get those details right.
Talking through your project
Every building project is different, so the best first step is a conversation. Tell us what you are planning, where the property is and roughly when you would like the work done. We work Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 5:00, and Saturday, 9:00 to 2:00.
We are based in Sholing and work across Southampton, Eastleigh, Romsey, Winchester, Portsmouth and the New Forest, travelling up to 30 miles. You can find more about the business on our about page.
Planning the work around your household
Building work inside or on the side of a home affects daily life far more than a garden project. Before anything starts, it helps to agree how the site will be accessed, where materials will be stored, which rooms will be out of use and for roughly how long. Thinking about these practical points early makes the work easier for everyone living in the house.
Where a project involves several stages, such as structural work followed by finishing, it is planned so that the house is kept as secure and weather-tight as possible throughout.
Carpentry skills on building projects
Daniel's NVQ Level 1 and 2 carpentry qualifications are relevant to a lot of renovation work. Timber is part of almost every home improvement, from roof structures and floors to doors, frames and finishing details. Accurate measuring, careful cutting and strong fixings all make a difference to how well the finished rooms look and perform over time.
On renovation projects the same care applies to the details people notice every day, such as how doors close, how skirting meets the floor and how new work lines up with the old.
Before you get in touch
It helps to have a rough idea of what you want to achieve and any constraints you already know about. Useful things to mention include:
- The type of work, such as an extension or a renovation of existing rooms
- Your postcode and the age or style of the property
- Whether you already have drawings or planning approval
- When you would ideally like the work to take place
Frequently asked questions
Do you take on house extensions?
Yes. Extensions are one of the services Daniel John Landscapes offers, alongside house renovations and landscaping.
Will my extension need planning permission?
It depends on the size, position and type of extension and on your property. Many projects also need to meet Building Regulations. These should be checked at the start of the project.
What qualifications does Daniel hold?
Daniel holds NVQ Level 1 and 2 qualifications in carpentry and has 18 years of trading experience.
Are you insured?
Yes. Daniel John Landscapes holds public liability insurance up to £1,000,000.
Can you also redo the garden after an extension?
Yes. We can follow on with patios, lawns, fencing or a full garden renovation.