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Conversion | Garage in Southend-on-Sea
good survey etc but job not yet done
If you have an rarely used garage area, why not look at a conversion within Rochester and make the most from your house. Compare up to four free quotations with this service and find the very best price for a conversion.
One of the major advantages with a garage conversion is the space can be changed quickly for the extra room you would like, whether or not it's for a growing family or simply just to add to the price of your house.
A garage conversion suggests you won't have to move for extra space, which may help save thousands of pounds on solicitor costs, estate agent payments and stamp duty. And the extra room can be transformed into what you need, no matter whether it's an expansion to the living area or kitchen, or simply a separate room entirely.
With the infrastructure already in place it's clear that a garage conversion will probably be less costly than constructing an extension as well, and won't consume valuable space in your garden. With the outside unlikely to change as well, it's a good way to bypass rules for conservation areas and listed buildings.
If you are interested in converting your garage, review quotes from companies within Rochester using our easy and quick service to get the very best deal available.
The regular cost of Garage conversion are £6000. Costs can change based on the materials and the tradesman hired. The material costs are mainly about £1500
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Rochester is a town and former city in the unitary authority of Medway in South East England. It's at the lowest bridging point of the River Medway about 30 miles (48 km) from London. The town was for a long time the favourite of Charles Dickens, who lived in close proximity at Gads Hill Place, Higham, and who structured lots of his works of fiction in the area.
good survey etc but job not yet done
Rochester - ME2
Enquiry from: Lucy J
Start Date: Immediate
are you the property owner: owner of the property is this for a residential or commerial building: domestic other forms: garage conversion agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please c...
Rochester - ME2
Enquiry from: Glenn F
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Homeowner Please contact to appoint Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require Plumbing Work: No Do yo...
Rochester - ME1
Enquiry from: Vernon F
Start Date: Immediate
Total area 14.5m2 window x2 plus rear door internal wall with door opening reboard all walls plaster and ceilings fit rsj knockthrough insulate floor and screed new footing to new front wall.
Rochester - ME2
Enquiry from: Iain P
Start Date: Immediate
To convert single garage into new open kitchen. After estimates to carry out the basic external work required, including the following; Knocking through current lounge and garage external walls to cre...
Purfleet - RM19
Enquiry from: Philip O
Start Date: Immediate
Breaking through the living room into the garage. Therefore extending the living room into the garage. Additionally closing the down floor toilet entrance that leads to the kitchen and creating a ...
Dartford - DA1
Enquiry from: Magdalene O
Start Date: Immediate
The garage has already been converted and i would like to convert it into an open plan living. The kitchen is also slight closed off and would liek to open those walls to make it an open living and ki...
Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Comfort B
Start Date: Immediate
I need a garage converted into a room, kitchen and bathroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Double Garage What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require ...
Dartford - DA1
Enquiry from: Maddy W
Start Date: Less than one month
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require Plumbing Work: No Do you require Electrical Work: Yes Would ...
Gravesend - DA11
Enquiry from: Harj M
Start Date: Immediate
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Sevenoaks - TN15
Enquiry from: Angie T
Start Date: Immediate
Homeowner Please contact to appoint
Dartford - DA2
Enquiry from: T C H
Start Date: Less than one month
Property Type: Other Have you got a rough idea of the design you would like: Some Ideas How many bedrooms are you looking to have: 5+ Bedrooms How many storeys are you looking for the property to hav...
Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Bashir J
Start Date: Immediate
I have concrete double garage 6.5m by 3.5m. I need to do floor, wall and ceiling insulation. Electricity is there. I just need to put electric switches in the right place. Remove existing garage gate...
Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Bashir J
Start Date: Immediate
I have concrete double garage 6.5m by 3.5m. I need to do floor, wall and ceiling insulation. Electricity is there. I just need to put electric switches in the right place. Remove existing garage gate...
Dartford - DA1
Enquiry from: Debbie F
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require Plumbing Work: No Would you like the windows or installed: Yes Do you require Electrical ...
Tonbridge - TN10
Enquiry from: Graydon B
Start Date: Immediate
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Double Garage What will the space be used for: Living Space Do you require Plumbing Work: No Do you require Electrical Work: Yes Would ...
Swanley - BR8
Enquiry from: Tony T
Start Date: Immediate
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Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Cladiaus A
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Standard detached garage. With few items in side. Looking to change into a studio flat to include heating a shower and kitchen area. Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Do you have a: Singl...
Grays - RM17
Enquiry from: Kimberley H
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
garage is currently detached. would like to look at the option of joining this to side of the house and creating a playroom / dining room area. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What ...
Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Bayo A
Start Date: Less than one month
Integral single garage. To convert to a room and an en-suite shower room. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have a: Single Garage What will the space be used for: Living Spa...
Grays - RM17
Enquiry from: D
Start Date: Immediate
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Are you thinking about converting your garage into a new space? Be it a new bedroom, gym, library or playroom, one thing you’ll have to consider before getting started is whether or not you’re going to require a planning permission. Unlike extensions that needs additional space, garage conversion is all about changing the existing structure of a space that’s already available to you - your garage. As a result, these projects are mostly covered by a planning policy that’s a bit different.
For a garage conversion, it’s very unlikely that you’ll need a planning permission. As a matter of fact, only 10 percent of garage conversions has been estimated to need a full planning permission, with the others coming under the permitted development rights. The permitted development rights, however, only provides coverage for home improvements that’s internal which implies that so far you’re not trying to enlarge your garage, you’ll not require a planning permission. But if otherwise, you’ll have to submit an application before commencing your project.
If you’re looking to comply with the permitted development rights, then your project must comply with some specific guidelines. These rules include the following:
• The work should be internal. No plans to enlarge or extend the existing garage.
• You should make sure that the materials used in carrying out the garage conversion is the same with the materials used in building the existing house.
• The building should not be extended.
You may, however, require a planning permission if you’re going to change a detached garage into a living space which could be a bedroom, small annexe or a living room.
Some houses excluded from the permitted development rights include flats, listed buildings, some new developments and most homes in a conservation area.
Are you looking to create some more space in your home with your garage being almost dispensable? If yes, then considering a garage conversion project may be the way to go. Unlike many other extension options, garage conversion does not take up an additional space as it only changes the current structure of the garage. As a result, the cost of completing a garage conversion project can be relatively attractive when compared to other space creating alternatives. So exactly how much would a garage conversion project cost? Well, there’s no precise answer for this as several influencing factors come to play. However, in this guide we’ll give you a rough idea of the average costs that you’re likely going to encounter. Some of the factors that can influence your budget dramatically includes the following:
• The size of the conversion. The larger the size of the garage per square feet, the more cost you’ll have to expend.
• The type of your property - listed buildings are usually more expensive.
• Your location in the UK. If you stay in London where there’s a higher demand, you’ll most likely pay more.
• You’re likely to pay more if a specialist knowledge is required.
• The amount of glazing to be installed
• Quality of the materials to be incorporated.
• Quality of the professional to carry out the installation service.
On average, when it comes to garage conversion projects, you’re likely to pay the following depending on the per square metre given:
• A single garage of about 15 square metre will cost within the range of £6,000 to £15,000.
• A double garage of about 30 square metre will cost within the range of £12,000 to £30,000.
Garage conversion is a great way to add extra usable space to your home without having to extend your property. A fun fact is that, in the UK if you have your car parked in the garage, you’re in the minority. According to a research carried out by Admiral Loans, just about 33 percent of home owners in the UK store their cars in the garage. For most people the garage is literally a dumping ground that’s never fully utilized as such. In recent times, the garage is now being used to store a variety of other stuffs asides a car which includes garden furniture, tools and appliances, utilities such as washing machine, fridge and freezer as well as food and groceries. These facts show that more and more people are underutilizing their garage when they may actually be in need of more usable space in their property. So why not put into consideration converting the garage into a new space that would be able to serve more purpose?
If you’ve decided to convert your garage, you’d probably want to know the how long the project will take. There are a wide range of factors that can determine the duration of a garage conversion project. These factors include:
• If the foundation needs reinforcing
• If the floors, walls, or roofs are in a bad condition.
• If the ceiling height needs some raising
• If the insulation required in newer builds.
All aforementioned factors will make the garage conversion project take longer than expected. However, in normal situations garage conversions are relatively quick to complete once you start the building works. A single-car conversion will usually take about 3 to 4 weeks to complete depending on the existing garage’s structure.
You may need planning permission if you are planning a larger extension. All extensions will need building regulations approval. An architect can assist with this and if planning permission is required. A reputable contractor will also be able to advise you if this is needed as well.
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