Written by Adding a room or extension can be a very stimulating exercise in terms of planning, but you need to understand how much money you require to do the extension.
Cost factors with a home extension are many and varied, including the following:
Size and Complexity: Bigger extensions tend to cost much more than a small extension.
Location: Location has much to do with the place where labor and materials are required.
Materials: Choice of a more expensive finish, for instance, or sustainable materials influences the eventual price.
Planning Permission Involves additional fees if planning permission is sought for the work.
Structural Work: The structural work (removing load-bearing walls or reinforcing the roof) greatly influences the costs.
Major Cost Heads:
This includes Design and Planning:
Architectural fees
Planning permission fees
Fees for structural engineers
Construction Work:
1. Demolition and site Clearance : Removing pre-existing structures and preparing the ground.
2. Foundation: Forming new foundations or remodelling already existing foundations.
3. Structural Work: Removing or reinforcing walls and building new ones.
4. Roofing: Renovating or extending roof structures.
5. Windows and Doors: Replacement and new installation of windows and doors.
6. Plumbing and Electrical: Installing associated plumbing and electrical work.
7. Insulation: An upgrade to more efficient energy insulation.
8. Plastering and Decorating: Finishing the inside and outside of an extension.
9. Flooring: Preparing flooring, such as carpets, tiles, or hardwood.
Some Additional Costs:
Party Wall agreement: If your extension is attached to that of your neighbor, then you maybe need a party wall agreement.
Building Regulations Approval: Fees to apply for building regulations approval.
Furnishings and Equipment: Costs related to the furnishing and decorating of the new area.
It will be best to consult an experienced builder or architect for accurate costing on these aspects for your project. They will assess your project and provide clear breakdowns of cost.
Yes, home extensions can cost a lot of money. However, it can totally change your property value and certainly improve your quality of life.
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