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How much value does a garage add to a home
Would converting the garage bump up my home’s value?
Cost to build a small flat above a double garage
We have a detached double garage and want to build a studio flat on top of it for a family member to use. The garage itself is not going to be touched (thats the plan at least). What's a rough cost?
How close can foundations be built to an existing drain?
We’re planning an extension and there’s a drain running near where the foundations would go, so I’m trying to work out what’s allowed before we get into this
How much is tool insurance?
What is everyone else paying for tool insurance? If you've had stuff stolen, do you have much issue actually getting the money out of the insurance company for replacements?
Garage Conversion wall
We want garage conversion to an office, (half of the garage - so keeping the original door and the front half used as a garage) what type of wall do we need to build in making the partitian? Does it need to be blockwork or can it be a stud wall? If it helps, we live in a detached house with an integral garage, house is a new build by Curo. Construction completed in 2022. The wall around the garage (all sides) is a blockwork construction, its a structural wall. I wont be knocking any walls down as part of this work, just cutting a single doorway.
How much value does a garage conversion add?
We're thinking about converting our garage but want to know if we'd get the money back if we sold the house in a few years. Does a garage conversion typically add more than it costs? I don't mind putting money into it, but we might need more space than we get from this place in even a few years
Should you pay a builder up front?
We've been asked to pay 30% upfront before work starts. Is that a normal ask? What's the safest way to structure staged payments so we're not exposed?
Pipework in loft and insulation
How can I safely tell if the pipework in my loft area is properly insulated?
RSJ waste removal
Hi, I want to have an RSJ replaced. Who should I hire to remove the old RSJ or should the installation company take care of this for me? I've yet to begin the process.
Conservatory or orangery warmer?
Which is warmer on average, an orangery or a conservatory?
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