THE HIDDEN COSTS OF AN EXTENSION

Planning a thorough budget at the start of your project can help you avoid nasty surprises and unexpected costs later on, advises Rebecca Foster

EXTENSION MASTERCLASS When you’re thinking about adding space to your existing home, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of the early design phase as you visualise knocking down walls, creating bright, open spaces and kitting them out with high-spec fixtures and fittings. However, before getting carried away by fantasies of your dream, top-of-the-range kitchen and coordinating accessories, it’s important to plan a comprehensive budget that covers all aspects of your scheme. Of course, construction costs and the sum you pay for new furniture will take up a significant portion of your project fund — but the outgoings won’t end there. There are various other costs you’ll need to factor in from the start of your project to avoid nasty surprises and spiralling costs later on. For instance,…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2023

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