How to make your extension work harder
Recently we’ve seen an increase in the
trend for ‘don’t move, improve’. For many
homeowners are choosing to upgrade
their existing property rather than embark
on the arduous task of house hunting. For
those wanting to move up the property
ladder, extensions are more cost-efficient
than buying a new house. For those with a
sentimental attachment to their dwelling
or area, they can also add value without
causing personal upheaval.
However, although not as expensive as
a house, extensions are still a significant
investment. Homeowners need to consider
various factors if they are to get maximum
value. This can range from thinking
imaginatively about layout for optimum living
space and considering which materials to
specify to improve energy efficiency, keeping
bills down.
MORE SPACE, BETTER LIVING
Given the choice, most people would choose
to live in a larger home, with more numerous
and spacious rooms, particularly growing
families. There’s also the financial element.
According to the ONS, the average cost of
a house sold is £2,395 per square metre.
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