Which Extension Is Right for You?

Which Extension Is Right for You? April 23, 2021 adminjosh 8:59 am With a surge in demand for home office setups, many people are wondering how they can add extra space to their property without having to go through the stress of moving home. There are many ways to extend existing properties including loft conversions, garage extensions, kitchen extensions, and bathroom extensions. This post will explore each type of extension and give all the information you need to choose which one is the perfect fit for your home. Loft conversions Loft conversions are one of the most space-efficient and aesthetic ways to add both real estate value and extra space to your home. They come in all different forms depending on the shape and style of your property, and completion time can vary from around 2-4 months. Although loft conversions come at a high price point, the value added to your property will make all the difference. It is estimated that loft conversions add between 10-20% to the value of your home, so the money invested certainly won’t go to waste. Versatility is also a strong benefit of loft conversions as they can be tailored to meet the needs of your family by including different rooms such as master bedrooms, kid’s bedrooms, home offices, and extra bathrooms. Loft conversions usually don’t require planning permission unless they exceed certain conditions, such as expanding the roof beyond its current limits. We’d recommend a loft conversion if you’re looking for a high-budget extension that will add both value and practicality to your home. Garage extensions Garage extensions are becoming increasingly popular as people are exploring the possibilities of turning their garage space into home gyms, summer houses or home office spaces. Extending garages is a cost-effective way to add value to your home, often at a significantly lower price point than loft conversions. Similar to loft conversions, garage extensions are highly versatile and can accommodate different requirements such as new bedrooms, bathrooms or leisure space. Furthermore, they often don’t require planning permission unless the garage is in a conservation area or separated from the home. Garage extensions are perfect for those with limited space inside the house and a garage which is rarely used or full of junk. Bathroom extensions Bathroom extensions add practical value to any home as they help to reduce bathroom queues in busy weekday mornings. What’s more, in comparison to other extensions the level of disruption around the house is usually minimal, and the budget needed is much lower. Bathroom extensions not only add practical value, but also aesthetic value as the extra space can enable you to add luxury features such as freestanding baths and walk in showers, making your bathroom the ultimate relaxation area. We’d recommend bathroom extensions for busy family homes where extra space is needed to relax and unwind after a long day’s work. Kitchen extensions Not enough space to cook your favourite meals? Countertops surrounded by constant clutter? Then it may well be time for a kitchen extension. Kitchen extensions can help you to achieve that dream kitchen/ diner area which will make life so much easier when it comes to cooking and entertaining. These extensions can be either internal or external depending on the size of your property and availability of garden space, but may require planning permission if extending outside of the house. Kitchen extensions are perfect for those looking to improve their cooking and entertaining facilities, while simultaneously adding value and kerb appeal to your current property. We hope you’ve enjoyed this post summarising the main options available for extending your current property, if you’d like to enquire about our extension services, please call 07554006240 or E-Mail: info@taylordloftconversions.com

How to Get Your Dream Loft Conversion in 2021

How to Get Your Dream Loft Conversion in 2021 February 23, 2021 adminjosh 4:10 pm With remote working becoming increasingly popular, loft conversions are in high demand with many people reaping the extensive benefits of expanding in to the loft in their current property. Loft conversions provide an economically efficient and stylish way to add value and space to your home without having to relocate. They can also offer bespoke features such as skylights and balconies to really up the aesthetics and comfort of your property. At Taylor’d Lofts, we’ve put together this post to explain the loft conversion process so you can turn your dream loft conversion ideas into a reality this spring. Choosing the Right Design for Your Home Firstly, its important to choose a design which fits the style and size of your property. The experts at Taylor’d Lofts have 10 years’ experience in designing and fitting loft conversions and will explain all of the possibilities in detail during the initial consultation. Some of the most popular and cost-effective designs include Velux and Dormer Conversions, these often utilise existing structures and won’t require large-scale alterations. Other designs include Mansard and Hip to Gable; however, these are less common and often require a larger budget and structural alterations. It is also important to ensure that the design best matches the purpose of the loft conversion, whether its for a new master bedroom, kids’ bedrooms, home office or a combination of these. During your consultation we will explain all the options available to you, and how to make the best use of your space. Loft conversions are often included in permitted development rights meaning planning permission is not required, however you will need permission if your plans exceed certain limits, such as expanding the current roof space beyond its limits. Following the initial consultation, we will arrange an architect visit for your property, the plans will then be drawn up and sent to the local council. During the Conversion The first stage of the project will involve the erection of scaffolding around the property to ensure easy and safe access to the loft. The access point will be integrated into the loft to minimise the disruption in your home so you can carry on as normal during the early stages of the project. Our expert tradesmen will be primed and ready throughout the project to meet the requirements of your new space to the highest possible standard. Strong communication is vital here to ensure that all members of the design project are on the same page and share the same vision as the client, that’s why we pride ourselves on only using reliable tradespeople we know and trust. During the conversion work, there will be 3 points where a local building inspector will need to review the work, and structural, insulation and at sign off. This is to ensure that all work is carried out to the highest possible safety standards. Following 6-8 weeks of hard work, the project will come to a close and your stunning new loft conversion will be ready for you to use at your convenience.   We hope you’ve enjoyed this post detailing the loft conversion process, and if you’d like to learn more about the services we offer, please visit https://www.taylordloftconversions.com/ or get in touch via E-Mail at info@taylordloftconversions.com.