Converting the garage seems to be all the rage these days whilst at the same time adding a nice bit of equity to your home. So let's take a look at why garage conversion is gaining in popularity and examine some of the costs involved.
Garage Conversion Planning Permission Will I Need It?
For a straight forward conversion to a habitable room you are unlikely to require garage conversion planning permission. The planning laws changed on garage conversions a few years ago but you are still advised to check with your local planning just in case. In the event you have a listed building it will quite likely require planning.
What's The Most Popular Garage Conversion?
I'd love to be able to answer that but nobody seems to have kept a record of any kind. Whilst I can tell you what is popular I can't tell you what is most popular. For example a garage conversion to:
Spare Bedroom;
Study;
Games Room;
TV Room;
Dining Room;
Computer Room;
Guest Room With W/c;
Bathroom / Toiler / Utility Room.
Let's face it, you are only limited by your imagination so you can convert your garage into anything you want. I did one a few years ago and converted it into a formal dining room. Around the same time a friend of mine that sold records on ebay converted his garage to a home office.
What Are The Costs Involved In A Garage Conversion?
The cost can vary depending on the condition of your existing garage and of course your choice of use for your garage conversion. If you have a modern well insulated garage with a decent roof then you are likely to get everything done for 7/10,000. Whilst I'm routinely informed that the current average cost is between 10,000 and 15,000 it can however be much less.
Conclusion
If you are considering a garage conversion it is the easiest thing in the world to get costs. Knowing how much things costs is a huge help in the decision making process. One thing you need to bear in mind and that is whatever you spend on a garage conversion it is money well spent as you are far more likely to get the costs back with a nice boost to the value of your property.
You can get estimates and compare costs for a Garage Conversion at Garage Conversion Supermarket The UK's Leading Price Comparison Site For Garage Conversions.