Question 1

How much does a garden room cost in Scotland?

Accepted Answer

It depends on size, specification, insulation, glazing, electrics, internal finish, groundworks and access — there's no single fixed price. The best way to get an accurate figure is a free, no-obligation quote based on your garden and requirements.

Question 2

Do garden rooms need planning permission?

Accepted Answer

It depends on factors like the size, height, position and intended use of the building, along with your specific property. Many garden rooms fall under permitted development, but it's always worth checking with your local council before finalising your design.

Question 3

Can a garden room be used throughout winter?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it's fully insulated. A garden room built with insulated walls, floor and roof, along with suitable glazing and heating, is designed for comfortable use all year round, not just in summer.

Question 4

Can electricity be installed in a garden room?

Accepted Answer

Yes, electrical installation for lighting, power sockets and heating can be included as part of your garden room build, carried out to the required safety standards.

Question 5

Can a garden room have a toilet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's possible to include a toilet and even a shower in a garden room, subject to plumbing and drainage access on your property. This adds complexity to the build, so it's best discussed early in the design stage.

Question 6

How long does garden room installation take?

Accepted Answer

Installation time depends on the size and specification of the room, along with site access and groundworks. We'll give you a realistic timeframe as part of your quote once we understand your project.

Question 7

What foundations does a garden room need?

Accepted Answer

The right foundation depends on ground conditions, drainage and the size of the room — options range from a concrete base to raised timber or screw-pile foundations. We assess this during a site visit before agreeing a design.

Question 8

Can I use a garden room as an office?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a garden office is one of the most common uses for a garden room, giving you dedicated, insulated working space separate from the main house.

Question 9

What sizes of garden room do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Garden rooms are designed around your available space, from compact pods suited to smaller gardens up to larger multipurpose rooms. Common reference sizes include 3m x 3m and 4m x 3m, but every design is tailored to your plot.

Question 10

Do you offer garden rooms on finance?

Accepted Answer

We don't currently offer a finance option — get in touch to discuss your budget and we can talk through what's achievable for your project.

Question 11

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We design and install garden rooms right across Scotland, including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling, Perth, Inverness, Fife, Ayrshire, the Lothians, Lanarkshire and towns and villages throughout every region — see our full list of areas covered below.

Question 12

How do I get a quote?

Accepted Answer

Get in touch through our contact form with a few details about your garden and what you're looking for, and we'll arrange a free, no-obligation quote.

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