Kitchen Extensions

Kitchen Extensions

How much value do kitchen extensions add to a property? A kitchen extension in the UK can significantly increase a house’s value, with estimates generally ranging from 5% to 20%. Here’s a breakdown of what various sources suggest: Average Increase: Many...
Planning Permission

Planning Permission

Do I need Planning Permission to build an extension? Whether you need planning permission to build an extension in the UK depends on the specifics of your proposed development and if it falls under “permitted development rights.” Many smaller extensions...
Mansard Conversions

Mansard Conversions

What are Mansard Conversions? A mansard loft conversion is a type of loft conversion that involves modifying the roof structure to create a near-vertical wall (typically around 70 degrees) on one or both sides, resulting in a flat roof on top. This design maximizes...
En-Suite Extensions

En-Suite Extensions

Do en-suite bathroom/bedroom extensions add much value? Adding an en-suite bedroom extension can significantly increase the value of a house in the UK, with estimates generally ranging from 5% to 23%. Here’s a breakdown of what influences this value and typical...
Buying a Property

Buying a Property

Prospective property buyers… a little friendly advice for you. Being builders, with decades of experience, we have seen the problems that can result from people buying a property without comprehensively examining it first. This is a guide for anyone embarking on...
Roof Damage

Roof Damage

Why do we ignore roof damage until it becomes very costly? Roof damage often goes unnoticed for several reasons, leading to minor issues escalating into costly and dangerous problems: Out of Sight, Out of Mind: The most obvious reason is that roofs are high up and not...