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Use our collection of guides to help get your home extension build right from the start

Extending your house in Birmingham 2025

Whether you're adding space for a growing family or boosting your property's value, this guide breaks down what it costs, what it could be worth — and what to keep in mind when navigating Birmingham’s housing market.

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Measuring your property

Whether you're planning an extension, loft conversion or renovation, precise measurements form the bedrock of your entire project, affecting everything from planning applications to material quantities and contractor quotes.

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Extending your house in Manchester 2025

Thinking of extending your house in Manchester? This guide gives you the facts on what it costs, how much value it can add, and what to watch out for in Greater Manchester’s housing market.

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Don’t get caught out: what to look for in a builder’s quote

So you're ready to hire a builder for your extension. Before you commit to anything, take a good, hard look at the quote.

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Home extension costs: why price per square metre isn’t enough

Price per square meter is a helpful starting point, but not enough on its own to accurately plan or budget your extension.

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What you need to know about building an extension on green belt land

The rules for development on Green Belt land are much stricter than in other areas so you'll need to tread carefully.

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What you need to know about building an extension in a conservation area

Thinking of extending your home? If your property is in a conservation area, there are a few extra hurdles you’ll need to consider.

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Everything you need to know about building an extension in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

If your property lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you’ll need to take extra care when planning any kind of building work.

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