Build an extension

• How to add value to your home
• Plan a loft conversion
• Build an extension
• Buy a better kitchen
• Add an extra bathroom
• Invest in a conservatory
• Go for eco-friendly upgrades
• Useful home improvement contacts

Adding a single-storey extension can start at around £30,000, while two storeys can cost from £40,000.

According to Nationwide Building Society, a ground-floor extension can increase your property’s value by around 5%, while adding a bedroom to create a three-bed house will add 12%.

When planning, make rooms as big as possible, but don’t sacrifice too much garden as it can make a property feel out of balance and deter buyers. Check with the local planning office to see if you need permission. Work must also comply with Building Regulations and be inspected and passed at key stages.

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