Did you know you can extend your home and add value?
Here we'll discuss what to consider when adding an extension to your house.
Adding value to your property is a great way to increase the equity of your home and make it more desirable for potential buyers if you are looking to sell. An extension is a great way to add extra space and increase the value of your home, but there are several things to consider when planning an extension.
The first step in considering an extension is deciding what type of extension will best suit your home and fit with its existing style. You could choose to build a granny flat, an extra bedroom, or even just extend the living room.
Consider how much usable space you need, as well as whether any rooms should be reconfigured or changed in size. Extensions can also be used to create additional storage space, such as cupboards or pantries.
You should also keep in mind the practicalities of building an extension – such as obtaining planning permission from your local council, choosing builders in Wiltshire who are experienced with extensions and residential building work, and the cost involved.
Plan carefully before starting work on your extension – this will help avoid any problems further down the line.
How should a house extension look?
In addition to these practical considerations, think carefully about how you want the finished extension to look.
While it’s important that it fits in with the overall aesthetic of your house, don’t forget that you can use different materials and textures when designing or decorating – such as bricks, bath stone, cotswold stone or wood cladding – to make sure that the new section stands out and looks beautiful or seamlessly blends in to your home.
Finally, remember that extending your property could greatly add value when selling – especially if you have made sure that it meets all necessary regulations and has been designed according to best practices for building contractors for extensions.
Make sure to consult with building companies who specialise in this kind of work so that they can help advise you on which types of extensions are most likely to add value to your home.
Types of extensions
There are several types of extensions that can be added to a home, depending on the space available and desired outcome.
Popular options include granny annexes (and grandad annexes!), extra bedrooms, extra bathrooms and shower rooms or adding that ensuite bathroom and dressing room you've always wanted, conservatories, orangeries, garages, kitchen extensions, office spaces, and loft conversions. Granny flats are a great option if you want to add an additional living space but don’t have much room on your property.
Extra bedrooms are ideal for growing families who need more sleeping space or just for providing additional guest accommodation. Conservatories and Orangeries are popular choices as they allow natural light into the home while also adding value to the property – they can also be used as an extra living or dining area.
Garages are useful for both storage and parking purposes although many homes that may already have a garage are using them to convert to home gyms or offices, while kitchen extensions can provide additional workspace and appliances to make meal times easier.
Office spaces can be invaluable when working from home is needed – these can be built in any style to fit with the existing decor of the house. Finally, loft conversions are great for getting extra attic space without losing out on ground floor square footage.
No matter which type of extension you choose, it is important to ensure that you consult with building contractors for extensions who have experience in residential building work in order to get the best results.
Planning applications for extensions
It’s also essential that all plans are approved by your local council before any work takes place in order to ensure that your extension meets all necessary regulations and laws.
Ask our building contractors in Calne, Wiltshire for help with your planning applications and advice on home improvements and extensions.
How to get home renovation advice
At Avanti Builders, we specialise in home renovations, whether that’s house extensions, garage change of use or loft conversions - builders you choose to do the works should have a proven track record of great projects that match what you want.
So do ask us when you need a builder to extend a home, so that you have peace of mind that the project is well managed and completed to the highest specification and to your budget.
You are invited to book a survey with one of our team members to discuss how we can help you extend your property into a more useful living space. Call us today to arrange your free survey.
