Add An Extension To Your Home

Many of us feel that we need a little extra space

, but are reluctant to go through the hassle of buying a new home. The costs associated with moving can be exorbitant and that is without even factoring in the capital expenditure needed to upgrade to a larger property. So what is the solution if you want more space, but do not want to move? An extension is the logical answer, but many of us do not necessarily have the land to accommodate an addition to our home. Moreover, the cost associated with a full home extension can be extremely high especially if you require speciality building services to cope with issues like subsidence.

There are, however, a number of other options. A wooden framed extension is one way to minimise cost and the speed with which it can be erected is another positive advantage. Timber framed buildings are great for the environment and are often built with wood from sustainable forests ensuring you can be environmentally friendly as well as aesthetically pleased. They are also a great way to ensure that your carbon footprint is minimised, as modern insulation techniques and materials can ensure that your energy use is as low as possible.

If a direct property extension is impossible, you could also consider a loft conversion. If your attic is too low or cramped for a full conversion, then why not think about having a loft extension. New wooden frames can be installed quickly and easily, giving you considerably more room for a fraction of the cost of a fully built extension and the cost associated with having to dig foundations. A loft extension can often provide more than one room and because the floor space covers the entire length and breadth of the house, it can be great for utility spaces such as libraries, an office or craft room.

Access routes to lofts can be created through a variety of methods, from spiral staircases that take up small amounts of room, to space-saving staircases and even lifts. All the mod-cons of modern life can be installed in a loft and many people with growing families have even used loft space to create a second or third bedroom to help overcome problems getting ready in the morning. After you achieve planning permission, loft extensions can be achieved in the space of a few months with modern roof frames being effortlessly lifted into place by mobile cranes and roofers making the new structure weatherproof in a matter of days.

by: Zoe R

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