Perth Professionals Warn: Choose Your Home Renovations Wisely
Announcement posted by Next Level Extensions 03 Dec 2014
Next Level Extensions reveals how to choose between a cellar renovation, a home extension and a second storey addition in the Perth market.
Perth, WA, 3 December 2014 - It can be reasonably argued that home renovation has become the Australian national pastime. In 2012, according to the ABS, permits were issued for more than $6.35 billion in home renovations. For many, the choice isn’t whether or not to renovate; it’s whether to expand one’s home out, up or down.
The Popularity of Home Renovations
Home renovations, additions and extensions are popular for a number of reasons. For the last ten years, the housing market has fluctuated wildly. Due to uncertainty, many Australians don’t want to risk selling their current homes while trying to find another one on an uncertain market.
In addition, the entire process of selling, buying and moving consumes a lot of time and energy. In today’s world, Australians have less time than ever and they are more focussed on “getting ahead” and saving for their retirements. Many would rather maximise their current homes instead of going through all the bother of finding another one.
Home renovations and additions are also more economical, especially in Perth. Many who are preparing to sell their homes procure estimates for renovations and compare them to projected market prices. This often results in a profit. In addition, the proliferation of home improvement and renovation shows on TV have convinced many Australians that it is easy to renovate a home.
Up, Out or Down: Which Way to Extend?
When expanding a home, there are three ways to go: out, up or down. Here are the pros and cons of each.
Expanding Downward
While expanding downward into the cellar is usually the most costly and the least satisfying, there are situations in which it makes more sense. If a home already has a cellar and there are extenuating circumstances that preclude expanding upward or outward, a cellar expansion and renovation can provide a homeowner with more living space.
However, excavation costs for downward expansion can be hefty.
Second Storey Addition: Expanding Upward
If there is no room to expand outward, a second storey addition is the best option. However, it does cost a lot to replace the roof with weight-bearing components to support the weight of the second storey addition. Second storey additions are most appropriate in locations where they provide a stunning view that a first floor addition can’t.
Home Extension: Expanding Outward
For homeowners who have enough land, extending outward is usually the best option. A home extension also provides the opportunity to further enhance the home with an alfresco living area. However, land that is too severely sloped can raise the costs of building a foundation.
Whether building up, down or out, a staggering number of homeowners in Australia agree that expanding one’s current home is the most cost-effective way to create more living space.
Next Level Extensions is a home extension and second storey addition builder from Perth. They have more than seventy years of combined experience serving the Perth market. Their professionalism, close attention to detail and prompt completion times have helped them build a solid reputation in Perth. To learn more, call 1300 948 094 or visit their website: http://www.nextlevelextensions.com.au/.
The Popularity of Home Renovations
Home renovations, additions and extensions are popular for a number of reasons. For the last ten years, the housing market has fluctuated wildly. Due to uncertainty, many Australians don’t want to risk selling their current homes while trying to find another one on an uncertain market.
In addition, the entire process of selling, buying and moving consumes a lot of time and energy. In today’s world, Australians have less time than ever and they are more focussed on “getting ahead” and saving for their retirements. Many would rather maximise their current homes instead of going through all the bother of finding another one.
Home renovations and additions are also more economical, especially in Perth. Many who are preparing to sell their homes procure estimates for renovations and compare them to projected market prices. This often results in a profit. In addition, the proliferation of home improvement and renovation shows on TV have convinced many Australians that it is easy to renovate a home.
Up, Out or Down: Which Way to Extend?
When expanding a home, there are three ways to go: out, up or down. Here are the pros and cons of each.
Expanding Downward
While expanding downward into the cellar is usually the most costly and the least satisfying, there are situations in which it makes more sense. If a home already has a cellar and there are extenuating circumstances that preclude expanding upward or outward, a cellar expansion and renovation can provide a homeowner with more living space.
However, excavation costs for downward expansion can be hefty.
Second Storey Addition: Expanding Upward
If there is no room to expand outward, a second storey addition is the best option. However, it does cost a lot to replace the roof with weight-bearing components to support the weight of the second storey addition. Second storey additions are most appropriate in locations where they provide a stunning view that a first floor addition can’t.
Home Extension: Expanding Outward
For homeowners who have enough land, extending outward is usually the best option. A home extension also provides the opportunity to further enhance the home with an alfresco living area. However, land that is too severely sloped can raise the costs of building a foundation.
Whether building up, down or out, a staggering number of homeowners in Australia agree that expanding one’s current home is the most cost-effective way to create more living space.
Next Level Extensions is a home extension and second storey addition builder from Perth. They have more than seventy years of combined experience serving the Perth market. Their professionalism, close attention to detail and prompt completion times have helped them build a solid reputation in Perth. To learn more, call 1300 948 094 or visit their website: http://www.nextlevelextensions.com.au/.