If you’re looking to extend your family, but do not feel your current home has a suitable amount of room, it understandably leads to thoughts of moving house. Rather than spending the time, money and effort required to find a new house that suits all of your requirements, it is worth considering another option.
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A foundation is the lowest load-bearing element of a building that transfers the total weight of the structure to the ground safely. Its primary objective is to transmit the dead, wind and live loads to the ground while maintaining the structure and efficiency of the building. However, the correct type of foundation for an extension is dependable on various factors.
Choosing the right architect for your home extension project is important if you want to achieve the results you are after. Knowing precisely what they can offer you, however, can be a little confusing. To help you understand what to expect from your architect, weve drawn up a few fundamental questions you should be asking before work goes ahead.
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Planning house extensions and proximity to trees are two things that property owners rarely consider as being co-dependent, but the truth is that they are. If you’re building an extension on a house, the proximity to trees, bushes, and shrubbery matters. Here’s what you need to know.
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Are you considering extending your property? Are you feeling hesitant about taking the plunge and getting in contact with an architectural designer? While investing in a house extension can seem like a big commitment, there are plenty of ways in which going ahead with your plans will enhance your home and, indeed, your life. Weve listed a few to encourage you to make your extension dreams come true:
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The concepts of ‘extension’ and ‘budget’ are inextricably linked, and no matter the size of your budget it’s important to choose an extension that will be achievable. One important part of doing this is to get the best price on your extension, so that you can get the most from your money. There are many options for house extensions and a number of important factors to consider, such as having a survey done, hiring the right designer, sourcing the best materials and working with the right contractors. Here’s an outline of how much to budget for house extensions.
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Building an extension is expensive. Even the design stage can cost you hundreds, or even thousands, of pounds. If your budget is tight and you’re desperate to save cash, you may think: ‘I’ll just do it myself – how hard can it be to design an extension to my house?’ Sadly, many people who’ve gone down this route quickly learn that, without having the knowledge and experience of a professional architectural company, it’s very easy to get things wrong. Even seemingly minor mistakes can have a major impact on the entire building project.
If you do want to design your own house extension, be aware of these common pitfalls: Continue reading “3 Major Mistakes To Avoid When Designing Your House Extension”
Drains often cause concerns for people considering building an extension.
There are a lot of things to consider when planning to build near or over drainage. Continue reading “Guide To Building An Extension Over A Drain”
Moving into a new home can give you a fresh start, but what if youve always loved the home youve lived in? There are two main ways that you can get more space in your home and start anew; either decide to move house or extend your existing home. Each option comes with advantages and disadvantages, ranging from relative costs to property space. Below are some of the most important things to consider to help you choose whether you should move house or extend your property. Continue reading “Move House Or Extend Whats Involved? –”
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