Getting a two-storey extension is a huge home improvement, allowing you to gain substantial amounts of extra space on both the upstairs and the downstairs of your home. If you are wanting some extra space but are not keen on moving house, then this is a great solution and also it can substantially increase the value of your property.
Extending your home up as well as out, helps to get what you want, whether it is an extra bathroom, more bedrooms, a larger kitchen or some space to work from home.
Before you embark on a project this large, you firstly need to speak with an architect and work out your budget to ensure that you can do it. An architect will be able to work with you to design the space that suits your needs and your budget. You also need to contact your local authority and let them know what you are planning so that you can obtain planning permission for it.
Once you have the go ahead, you need to find a building company who are experienced in home extensions to carry out the work for you. Be aware that having builders in to do a big job like this can be disruptive – you may want to move out temporarily if you do work from home or have young children or pets.
Despite this period of upheaval an extension is often a better option than moving to a larger house – you don’t have the headache of moving, or the additional fees that come with it, and it adds value to your current home.