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Home improvement, renovating, upgrading or refurbushing your home has become a national pastime. Makeover shows on TV, like Property Ladder, Better Homes etc make it look easy but in reality it always takes longer and costs more than you first think. It is important to make sure that the work you carry out will add more value than the work costs to do. Building a conservatory adds value as it gives an extra living room but make sure it has heating so it can be used all year round. An extension is always the better option compared to a loft conversion.
When renovating a property whether it be Character properties made of stone with beams and original tile floors or Period properties with original doors, sash windows and fireplaces. Preserving original period features can increase the value and desirability of your property. It is always better to try and repair rather than replace. If replacing is the only option either try to source items from reclamation yards or be as sympathetic as possible with any replacements to avoid poor reproductions