Extensions & Brickwork in North Birmingham
From full kitchen extensions to standalone garden walls and pillars—one family team handles every brick and beam.

Our Extensions & Brickwork Services
- FREE feasibility survey, CAD design & fixed-price quotation
- Planning-permission & building-control paperwork handled for you
- Foundations, drainage, brickwork, roof, electrics & plumbing all in-house
- Matching bricks, bonds & pointing for truly seamless exteriors
- Energy-efficient insulation & A-rated glazing exceed current Part L regs
- Standalone brick walls, pillars, garden rooms & outdoor kitchens built to order
- 10-year structural warranty with staged payments tied to milestones
- NFRC, TrustMark & Guild of Master Craftsmen accredited family team
Add Space—or Stunning Brick Features—Without the Stress
Need a bigger kitchen, home office or just a statement garden wall? J Dowd & Sons design and build single-storey extensions and bespoke brickwork projects that look original to your home. Since 1970 we’ve blended new bricks, bonds and pointing so well that neighbours can’t see the join.
One Contract, One Craftsman-Led Team, Zero Headaches
We handle everything in-house—planning drawings, building-control liaison, foundations, drainage, brickwork, roofing and interior finishes—so your project stays on schedule and on budget. Need a decorative boundary wall or set of brick pillars for new gates? We use the same master bricklayers for a perfect colour and texture match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Our Extensions & Brickwork Customers Say
Sarah M.
Sutton Coldfield
“Outstanding work on our Victorian terrace roof. They understood exactly what was needed for conservation area compliance and completed the work to the highest standard.”
J Dowd & Sons: Thank you Sarah! Conservation area work requires special expertise and we're delighted you're happy with the results.
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