Why make your home bigger?
Think about why you want to do a home expansion. Is it because you need a place to work, or because your family is getting bigger? Making your home larger is a big job and costs money. But with good planning and a great team leading your project, you can make your home fit your life and your budget.
Considerations Before Expanding Your Home
- Purpose: What do you need the extra space for? This will help guide all your decisions.
- Budget: Figure out how much you can spend and include all costs like permits and design fees.
- Rules and Regulations: Check the local rules about building to see what you can do on your property.
- Home Value: Think about how the extension will change your home’s value. Make sure it’s a good investment.
- Design: Choose a design that looks good with your existing home and meets your needs.
- Timeline: Understand how long the project will take and plan for the disruption.
- Choosing Professionals: Pick skilled and trustworthy builders and designers who understand your vision.
Popular Ways To Make Your Home Bigger
Expanding the kitchen
The kitchen is a busy place where everyone gathers. By making the kitchen bigger, you can connect it better to the dining and living areas, and even to the outside. This makes spending time there more enjoyable. For a more in-depth Kitchen renovation tips, click here.
Making bedrooms bigger
A bigger bedroom can fit a bathroom or give you a peaceful place to relax. You might even add a door to a deck, making it a special retreat.
Garage expansion
Garages often get filled with stuff, but they can be turned into extra living space, like a playroom, an extra sitting room, or a place for guests. We can help change your garage into a useful and nice part of your home.
Adding a second floor
If you don’t have much room around your house, think about building up. Adding another floor or changing the attic into a room is a great way to get more space.
Making the living room bigger
If you have a living room that connects well with other parts of the house, why not extend it and add a deck? This can make your home look and feel even better, with doors that open to the outside and a covered area to relax under.
Understanding The Costs
The price of making your home bigger or doing an extension can change a lot depending on what you do. The ground work, permits, and materials all affect the cost. Knowing about these things can help you spend your money wisely.
Common Problems When Doing a Home Expansion
| Problem | Total Renovations Hawkes Bay Solution |
| Budget Overruns | By choosing Total Renovations Hawkes Bay, you benefit from our transparent pricing and detailed contracts that outline all costs upfront, reducing the likelihood of unexpected expenses. Our experience ensures that your budget is respected and adhered to throughout the project. |
| Delays | Our local expertise and strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors mean that we effectively manage and minimize delays, keeping your project on schedule. |
| Miscommunication | We prioritize clear and consistent communication with our clients. Our team is always accessible to answer your questions and provide updates, ensuring you’re informed every step of the way. |
| Design Flaws | Our team will closely work with you to create functional and aesthetically pleasing extensions that blend seamlessly with your existing home structure. |
| Subpar Workmanship | We employ only the most skilled and reliable builders in the region. Our work is regularly reviewed for quality, ensuring that every aspect of the extension meets our high standards. |
| Living Disruptions | We understand the importance of minimizing disruption to your daily life. Our team of builders work efficiently and cleanly, and we can arrange workflows that allow you to continue living at home comfortably whenever possible. |
| Underestimating Structural Requirements | We thoroughly assess each project to ensure that all construction is safe and robust, particularly crucial for projects involving additional floors. |
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Why Choose Total Renovations Hawkes Bay?
Choosing Total Renovations Hawkes Bay means partnering with a trusted local leader in home extensions. Our commitment to quality, combined with our comprehensive project management approach, ensures that your home extension is delivered on time, within budget, and to your satisfaction. Let us help you expand your living space while adding value and beauty to your home.
How to Start
The best way to start is to talk to our team about your dream home extension. We can help you plan your project from start to finish.