The most important factor with any project of this size usually boils down to cost. If you are able to tackle some of the work yourself then you will be able to reduce labour costs. If not, you should consider sourcing reputable companies with long track records and ask for detailed quotes. At least 3 different companies would allow you to estimate a rough overall price; however factors such as the type of finish and your choice of materials will also impact here. If your extension will require excavation work or the delivery of building materials, you may have to account for the hire of heavy machinery and its access. Once the main building is up, you will then need to add in specialist costs such as electrical work, any plumbing that may be required, roofers and joiners to name a few. Planning permissions and completion certificates should be accounted for, as well as any architect fees if you intend to have your plans drawn up by a professional. Decorating costs are usually ignored on the basis that this can be done eventually, however it is always better to allow for this in the overall budget as if you find you have run out of money, then things like decorating or fixtures and fittings that may be needed may never materialise. Definitely not the position you want to find yourself in after all the work that you've done. Finally, if you have had to change the layout in your garden to accommodate your new extension, you may have some landscaping to do to make sure your outside space looks right and compliments the change.
Whatever your plans are, from building a single or two storey extension; to adding a conservatory, converting your attic space or making more use of a dormant basement, do your homework at the outset and you will achieve the desired end result to spec and on budget.
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Planning permissions and completion certificates should be accounted for, as well as any architect fees if you intend to have your plans drawn up by a professional
If you are able to tackle some of the work yourself then you will be able to reduce labour costs.
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