Need more space? Should you choose a conservatory or an extension?
Need more space? Should you choose a conservatory or an extension?
Both a conservatory and an extension will give you additional space, but which you choose depends on how this extra space will be used.
As well as the building regulations that need to be taken into consideration, you should also have a think about the long-term usage of the room and which option is likely to suit your lifestyle.
The pros and cons of conservatories
During the summer months, conservatories provide a light and airy space in which to entertain. With the doors open, they become an extension of your garden, and you can enjoy the best of both worlds – being indoors while still enjoying the outdoors.
However, with such a large expanse of glass, it’s tricky to find the right balance of heat and light. In summer, conservatories can become overheated and too bright, and in winter they can run up a hefty fuel bill if you want to keep them warm.
The key thing to consider with a conservatory is its location. East facing will give you sun in the morning while a west facing conservatory will provide plenty of evening sunshine. A north facing conservatory is likely to be cold; a south facing one could become uncomfortably warm on hot days.
Why choose an extension?
The cost of an extension is generally little more than a conservatory, depending on your plans, but this option offers a lot more functionality. With a well-insulated tiled roof and brick walls, there’s little additional cost in heating your extra space, and it can be used all year round in any capacity.
An extension gives you more flexibility when it comes to size and location. You can extend upwards into the roof, sideways or to the front or rear. You also get the choice of one or two-storey extensions.
The possibilities then become limitless. You could decide to open up your living room, expand your kitchen or even install a new bathroom. And, of course, garage extensions are always popular as they provide invaluable storage space as well as somewhere to put the car!
Enjoy your home
In the end, it comes down to personal choice and which option you think best suits your lifestyle. It may also depend on planning regulations and budget.
Both conservatories and extensions can add value to your home and provide more room. Generally speaking, a conservatory acts as a complement to a house that already has plenty of living space.
By contrast, an extension is a significant addition to a property and becomes an extra, serviceable room. It can significantly improve the way you use and enjoy your home and if you choose to move home, you can expect to see a greater return on your investment with an extension.
Are you considering extending your home?
What starts out as a simple idea can become complicated when you look into the different options of how to extend your property.
Building work could include single or two-storey rear, side or front extensions or a garage extension. If you’d like expert advice on what’s feasible, and what’s not, please give us a call on 01252 815719 and we can provide you with some options and a quotation on your home extension.
TM Roofing & Building specialises in all types of roofing and building works, and you can view some of our previous work at www.tmroofing.com
Both a conservatory and an extension will give you additional space, but which you choose depends on how this extra space will be used.
As well as the building regulations that need to be taken into consideration, you should also have a think about the long-term usage of the room and which option is likely to suit your lifestyle.
The pros and cons of conservatories
During the summer months, conservatories provide a light and airy space in which to entertain. With the doors open, they become an extension of your garden, and you can enjoy the best of both worlds – being indoors while still enjoying the outdoors.
However, with such a large expanse of glass, it’s tricky to find the right balance of heat and light. In summer, conservatories can become overheated and too bright, and in winter they can run up a hefty fuel bill if you want to keep them warm.
The key thing to consider with a conservatory is its location. East facing will give you sun in the morning while a west facing conservatory will provide plenty of evening sunshine. A north facing conservatory is likely to be cold; a south facing one could become uncomfortably warm on hot days.
Why choose an extension?
The cost of an extension is generally little more than a conservatory, depending on your plans, but this option offers a lot more functionality. With a well-insulated tiled roof and brick walls, there’s little additional cost in heating your extra space, and it can be used all year round in any capacity.
An extension gives you more flexibility when it comes to size and location. You can extend upwards into the roof, sideways or to the front or rear. You also get the choice of one or two-storey extensions.
The possibilities then become limitless. You could decide to open up your living room, expand your kitchen or even install a new bathroom. And, of course, garage extensions are always popular as they provide invaluable storage space as well as somewhere to put the car!
Enjoy your home
In the end, it comes down to personal choice and which option you think best suits your lifestyle. It may also depend on planning regulations and budget.
Both conservatories and extensions can add value to your home and provide more room. Generally speaking, a conservatory acts as a complement to a house that already has plenty of living space.
By contrast, an extension is a significant addition to a property and becomes an extra, serviceable room. It can significantly improve the way you use and enjoy your home and if you choose to move home, you can expect to see a greater return on your investment with an extension.
Are you considering extending your home?
What starts out as a simple idea can become complicated when you look into the different options of how to extend your property.
Building work could include single or two-storey rear, side or front extensions or a garage extension. If you’d like expert advice on what’s feasible, and what’s not, please give us a call on 01252 815719 and we can provide you with some options and a quotation on your home extension.
TM Roofing & Building specialises in all types of roofing and building works, and you can view some of our previous work at www.tmroofing.com