For many of us, our home is the most expensive purchase we will ever make and the most valuable asset we own. Protecting and increasing the value of that investment should be on the mind of every Gloucester homeowner, especially now that the largest boom in house building for more than a generation is well underway. Basic maintenance is critical for anyone who wants to maintain the value of their home. To allow structural defects to go unresolved is just asking for trouble, as houses suffering from severe cases of damp, subsidence and similar issues can be very difficult to sell on the open market. If your house needs major work it is likely only a builder will buy it, and they tend to offer well below the market value as they have to make her significant profit on it to make it worth their while. It is false economy to put off home repairs until later.

If your home is in sound condition you can increase its value by making tasteful alterations. One of the most popular alterations for Gloucester homeowners is the building of extensions. Home extensions can be made to the front, rear, or sides of a property or even on the roof. It all depends on what you require from your extension and on the situation of the existing home.

Extensions can provide your family with a lot of extra space, so how would you use yours? Would you choose an extra bedroom, a games room, or possibly even a self-contained flat? If you want to put a pool table in there it would be wise to work out exactly how much room you will need before even starting the project. Most house extensions will have to have their own supply of water and electricity, so it is prudent to plan how this will be achieved in relation to the plumbing and electrical systems in the existing structure.

It is also necessary to consider where on the property and extension can be built. Local planning laws made limits your options, and there are practicalities to consider such as drains and access. Some Gloucester householders have built fully glassed sunroom extensions in their back gardens, but if your house faces south a back garden extension with hardly be a sun trap.

When it comes to designing and building a new part of your home, it's good to get in contact with professional tradespeople who have the skill and experience to guide your decisions and help you to realise your dreams. Lester Woods General Builders of Gloucester have twenty years experience in the building business, and will be more than happy to help you design and realise your new extension or other domestic or commercial building project. Many Gloucester homes have benefited from our expertise over the years, and our customers are always ready to recommend us. Please see our website for testimonials, as well as more information on work we have completed and services we can provide.