Feel like you don't have enough space? Then it might be time for an extension to increase the amount of room in your home.
Our extension advice and ideas will help you make the most of your home – however you decide to extend. If it is room for cooking and entertaining that you need then a kitchen extension might be on the cards. Or maybe a loft conversion to provide an extra bedroom? Find the inspiration you need, then add up the costs with our extension cost calculator.
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Extension cost calculator
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