Why Build A Second Storey Extensions And Additions?

For accommodating the increasing family or to simply increase the living space inside the property, people have this option of going for second story extensions. 

But some people advocate that ground floor extensions are a better option, but the fact is that all kinds of construction processes have their own advantages and disadvantages. 

Here in this blog post, we have done a comparative study of different types of constructions and let us start with house extension versus house additions.

A HOUSE EXTENSION VS. A HOME ADDITION -

Regarding these two types of constructions, the first thing to note is that both of them will add to the space as well as the resale value incredibly. 

Here are the advantages that you get by getting a double storey extension built on the property.

WHY BUILD A SECOND STOREY ADDITION?

This type of extension is ideal for you if you want to build more rooms and get some more space inside the property. With this construction, here are the advantages you avail – 

• Build extra bedrooms for your children, extended family, and guests
• Create a second living space and other rooms like a small library, home office or a home theatre
• Enjoy natural landscape or cityscape around you

There are some more advantages that you will get to avail from two storey home extensions.

• Instantly double your home’s floor space
• Preserve your current outdoor space
• Enjoy lovely views
• Boost the resale price of your home

WHY BUILD A GROUND-LEVEL HOUSE EXTENSION?

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Ground floor extension is the best for those having a spare piece of land inside the property and when you opt for this construction, you will be able to – 

• Get Additional room for lounging and entertaining
• Get a more spacious, open plan living space
• Get an indoor-outdoor space that you’ll love
• Get a more accessible home for people with mobility issues

But there are some downsides as well and we have listed them here – 

• The cost of laying a foundation is expensive
• Sacrifice a portion of your lawn and garden

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