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Garage Conversions

Garage Conversions

A garage is often the most underused space in the house, cold, cluttered and rarely used for a car. Converting it is a fast, affordable way to gain a warm, practical room: a home office, snug, playroom or extra bedroom.

Because the structure already exists, garage conversions are usually quicker and less disruptive than an extension. We insulate, damp-proof, heat and finish the space properly so it feels like a genuine part of the home, not a converted garage.

We handle the lot: blockwork to fill the old door opening, new windows, insulation, electrics, heating, flooring and all the carpentry and decoration. The result is a comfortable, code-compliant room ready to use all year round.

It's one of the best-value projects we offer, and a great way to add usable living space without the cost of a full extension.

What to expect

Every project is different, so we price yours properly after a free site visit, clear, itemised and with no obligation to go ahead.

  • Free, no-obligation quote
  • Clear, itemised costings
  • One dedicated team, start to finish
  • VAT registered & fully insured
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How it works

A clear path from first sketch to handover

  1. 01

    Free consultation

    We visit, listen and talk through what's possible, with honest advice and no obligation.

  2. 02

    Design & planning

    Drawings, costings and help with planning permission and building regs where they're needed.

  3. 03

    The build

    One dedicated team, a tidy site and regular updates from start to finish.

  4. 04

    Handover

    Snagged, signed off and spotless, ready for you to enjoy for years to come.

Recent work

Garage Conversions we're proud of

Open-plan living and dining extension with skylights, a feature fireplace and bi-fold doors to the garden
Extensions

Open-Plan Living Extension

A light-filled rear extension with skylights and full-width bi-fold doors, opening the living space onto the garden.

Dorset
Grey shaker kitchen with a quartz-topped island, pendant lights and herringbone oak flooring
Kitchens

Grey Shaker Kitchen Extension

A bright, sociable kitchen with a bespoke island, column radiators and a herringbone oak floor.

Dorset
Open-plan matt-black kitchen extension with a roof lantern and bi-fold doors to the garden
Extensions

Black Kitchen Rear Extension

A single-storey rear extension opening the kitchen to the garden through full-height bi-fold doors and a roof lantern.

Dorset

Good to know

Garage Conversions questions

Do I need planning permission to convert a garage?+

Most garage conversions are permitted development, as the work is largely internal. We check for any restrictions on your property before starting.

How long does a garage conversion take?+

Most single garage conversions take around 3 to 5 weeks, depending on the finish and whether plumbing is involved.

Will the converted garage be warm enough to use all year?+

Yes. We insulate the floor, walls and ceiling to building regs standards and add proper heating, so it's comfortable in every season.

“Finn and his team have just completed our kitchen extension which we are thrilled with. His dedication and attention to detail was superb, he was always available to update us on the work progress and discuss other options when there were small changes to the project. Finn was great to work with.”
Ian KingKitchen Extension
“I can only say that they were brilliant. They were prompt, efficient, coordinated and a very nice team of people. Finn has a rare mix of people skills, carpentry skills and management skills, and I plan to use FR Carpentry for our first-floor extension. Thoroughly recommend them. First class.”
David BroomBuild & Renovation

Garage Conversionsacross Dorset & Hampshire

ChristchurchBournemouthPooleNew ForestRingwoodFerndownWimborneHighcliffeMudefordLymingtonNew MiltonVerwoodFordingbridgeSouthampton

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Completed FR Carpentry build at golden hour in the Dorset countryside

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