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Tips on extending your property

Home extensions and renovations

  • Find out which sort of extension, conversion or renovation is best for you
  • Step-by-step guides to running your renovations, extensions and conversions
  • Advice about planning permission and building regulations for extensions and conversions

What's in this guide

Planning your renovations

Choosing what type of extension or renovation suits your needs

Extensions:planning what you want

If you’re planning an extra floor or extension to your property, this Which? guide offers advice on extensions

Extensions: running the project

Step-by-step guide to planning an extension

Converting a garage

Converting a garage is a cost-effective alternative to extensions

Conservatories: designing and planning

A conservatory can create extra space from your garden

Conservatories: running the project

A step by step guide to building a conservatory

Converting a loft: planning what you want

Loft conversions are a rewarding job that can add value to your home

Converting a loft: running the project

A step by step guide to loft conversions

Converting or creating a basement

Find extra space by going down