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Extending beneath a Bay Window

Anonymous user 03/03/2024 - 3.39 PM

I've bought a house recently which has bay windows but only the window protrudes from the house, not the brickwork above or below. Is it possible to extend out the brickwork under the window to get the benefit of the extra space in the house or is it more a case of rip out the window and do this as a kind of mini extension?

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4 Answers

Anonymous user

I cant see why it cannot be done as long as it done correct ie dog down to foundation height and the brick tied in to existing it will need foundation to stop sinking plus you will need a floor I think good proper builder/brickie be able do that

Answered19 June 2021

Handyman

Rating: 5 out of 5

Colchester

Needed window frame to be removed and brickwork bay to be made to suit your needs and then if is possible to install existing window frame back or get new window frame... hopefully this help

Answered19 June 2021

Star Windows (UK) Ltd

Rating: 4.2 out of 5

Southall

Yes you can extend the brickwork out to the bay window line. You will need to create a new foundation for the extended brickwork, and add floor joists for the extended portion of floor. We have completed similar jobs before, it's usually not too complicated.

Answered3 July 2021

Anonymous user

As it is not load bearing you would only need a small foundation.there a couple of ways to do it .example: timber frame structure clad with cement board and render. You might be lucky that your existing foundation on the house is wide enough.also consider the cost.i wish you all the best

Answered18 July 2021