Many people dream of converting a barn into living space. There is something rather romantic about the idea of living in a converted barn. If you are one of these people, read on to discover what you need to budget for as well as problems that may arise. Perhaps your head is not in the clouds and you are looking for a ripe return on investment? So, what do you need to know before you get started?
Converting a Barn : Stage by Stage
Before you get carried away with choosing the soft furnishings for your new barn conversion it is important to get back to basics. Whether you already own the barn or you are thinking of buying one, before you start you will need a survey. A structural survey will tell you about the state of the barn and whether the structure can actually be saved. Some barns that look derelict have great potential. Others that look great on the outside may be suffering from dry and wet rot and need to be pulled down.
When ordering your survey, make a plan first. Decide how much your budget is and the lengths you are prepared to go to in order to achieve your dream. Do not forget that if your property is listed you will need to apply for planning permission too. If this is the case, you will not be able to alter the exterior of the build and you will need to use the same materials as the original where at all possible. This may include lime plastering and stained glass window repairs. Not the work of your average builder, but well within the reach of BBN and their dedicated team.
Costing your Conversion
When you allow Bristol Builders Network to take care of your dreams of converting a barn, we will provide you with an overall price. This will include everything from structural surveys to the plastering, interior design, and final touches. You will need to budget for walls, doors, windows, furniture, plumbing, heating, and much more. The cost of a conversion from BBN can be calculated per metre squared. But the overall cost will vary depending on whether there is already electric and water, and much more.
To put your mind and rest and to ensure that you really know what you are letting yourself on for when converting a barn, choose BBN. Our conservation buildings, plumbers, electricians, and general builders can cover all aspects of your barn conversion from start to finish.
What this means is that you can keep down the overall cost of your building works. With everything under one roof, there will be no delays in getting to work on your dream project. Whether you have visions of running a bed and breakfast from your barn or using it for personal use, our team of experts will put your dreams and plans into action straight away. From foundations to plastering and interior design, we can help you with all stages of your barn conversion. From the planning to the finishing touches.