House Extensions Askam

A Single storey extension is often the cheapest way to transform a small home, bring in light, or add extra living space. Is an extension value added to your property? Generally, extending your home will be a cost-effective investment that will pay back on itself when you eventually sell. However, that is not guaranteed and location and type of property will be a considering factor for any potential buyer.  

Using an architect for plans is completely up to you. People successfully undertake quite major works like house refurbishments and extensions without an architect. While others engage an architect for comparatively minor jobs, such as a bathroom or kitchen refurbishment. 

If your budget is small, then a well-thought-out addition to your house can make a tiny area more usable, or create extra space for a home office. Extensions can also be used to enhance natural light, or join together existing areas of the property.  

It is possible to live on-site throughout a house extension, but aside from all the dust and mess, you may end up slowing down progress as the builders attempt to work around your life. Depending on the scale of the building work it can take weeks or even months for projects to be completed this process can be sped up if the builders have free range to get in and get the work done without having to work around you. 

Is it better to get a loft conversion? Loft conversions can add an extra room to your property; however, an extension could add an extra floor. Depending on how much extra space is required, an extension may be the better option. However, if you only need a small amount of additional space, then a Loft Conversion may well be a better option. 

Timescales will vary but it is worth considering that it can take up to 2 weeks just to dig out the footings and prepare the foundations. You can then expect a further 2 weeks to install the damp course and any drains that are needed.  Other factors to think about are the following works that may also need to be carried out such as; Site establishment, demolition/groundwork/drainage, building structure/roofing and external finishes.