Why People Build an Extension

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If you’ve been toying with the idea of whether or not to get an extension on your home, then you’re in the right place. There are so many reasons that people choose to build an extension, and as an extension can be quite a big job, it’s essential to ensure that you want this job done before you book it with a reputable builder. 

Building a house extension on your existing home rather than buying a new one is still a big job, but creating the extension is significantly better for your home value. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons that people go ahead and build a new extension rather than buy.

1. You can open up more space for leisure. An extension allows you to add more space to your home. If you currently have a large garden, then it’s likely that you’ll be looking at upgrading to patio doors from Renewal by Anderson. Why not add those patio doors to your new extension that has created a playroom for your children? Having a large garden is great, but sometimes, building that extra room in your home gives you somewhere shaded and cool to play with plenty of sunshine. Whether you use it as a playroom or you choose to use it as a way to increase your kitchen space or even build a library, building an extension in your garden is a popular way to improve your recreational activity in your home.
2. Want to move because you love the area? So your family has grown, and your home feels more diminutive, but you want to stay in the area because you love it. It makes total sense. Whether it’s the beautiful park down the road or a thriving shopping center and friends nearby, you want to stay in an area where you’ve put down roots. Growing your family shouldn’t mean you have to sell the house you’ve got and buy somewhere new, so building an extension can give you the space you need. If you decide to sell your home one day, you will have extra value.
3. You really like the house you’ve got. Adding to it helps you build on something that you already love. Why start over somewhere else if you’ve already found perfection, right? There’s every chance that the home you’ve got also has some sentimental value that you really want to extend into. Extending is also a great way to improve your current home while keeping its character. If you already love it, you can add more things you love.
4. Your current house is less practical than you’d like it to be. The kitchen you have currently may not have enough storage, so extending out into the garden a little can give you the extra pantry or storage space you need. Adding room space can transform your life, making your home far more practical for your needs and providing you with somewhere comfortable to live. Maybe the kids don’t want to share a bedroom anymore because it’s too cramped. An extension can offer that extra bedroom space you need and make you feel like you are all sleeping more soundly.
5. Your kids are growing. Having extra rooms in your home can help when your kids grow out of their spaces. The extra room can be a new teenage hangout, a playroom, or even an additional bedroom. Not only will this give the kids more space, but it also brings some harmony to the room.

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6. You’re replacing your current extension. So you have an extension already, but it was put up about 20 years ago. You’re ready for an upgrade, so now is a good time. Ripping down the old extension and planning a new one is an excellent way to add value to your home and also add something beautiful. Not only is your old extension falling to bits, but it looks like it’s been tacked on, and you don’t want your home to have an afterthought tacked on any longer.

7. It’s an investment. When you have an extension that has been well planned out, you are adding money to your home. There’s going to be a day when you decide you want to sell up, and the extension you build now will add the value you’re looking for. It’s always a good idea to check out the house prices in your area to determine whether your extension will add something or not. Getting your home valued can make a big difference.

8. It’s much cheaper than buying a new home. Because builders charge by the square meter, you can determine how big the extension will be and how much you want to pay extra for it. Building an extension to your home is a much cheaper option than digging into the equity and buying something new.

9. You could call in a professional, so it’s less of a hassle for you. Building an extension can coexist with you while you live in your home. That means there are no hassles in having to move or put furniture into storage or bother trying to yell their children into being good during a move. Another big hassle that can be avoided is being part of a chain when you’re waiting for other people to sell or buy so that you can sell or buy.

Having an extension on your home can make a big difference to its value and appearance. You can upgrade the extension or extend it out to create a garden room or a new living space. No matter what you do, your extension will look fantastic.