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New Bathroom in Oxford, House Extensions and More | 3 Simple Tips for New Customers

Based in Oxfordshire, Mani Design & Build Ltd is a proud building company that helps residents in Oxford and the surrounding areas with all their home improvement needs. Whether you’re looking for a new bathroom or some external rendering, we offer various services, from house extensions to full property refurbishments. 

When it comes to developing a property, choosing a trusted FMB home builder is an integral part of the process, so congratulations, you’re in the right place! However, we know that there are plenty of other factors to consider when designing your dream home. This can be especially daunting for people investing in building services for the first time.

Fear not; here are three simple tips to get you started.

Have a Clear Plan

Before construction can begin on your new property extension, home refurbishment, bathroom installation or external wall rendering project, it’s useful to have a clear idea of what you want. While we can assist with the design of any project, knowing your specific desires beforehand will make the process smoother for everyone.

Some questions to ask yourself:

  • Should I stick to the existing style of the house or try something different?

  • Which services do I need as part of my property refurbishment?

  • How much do I want to alter the house’s structure?

Having an answer to questions like these will be beneficial when it comes to building your ideal home.

What’s Your Budget?

As experienced home builders, we understand that building services are a substantial investment. Therefore, it’s important to know how much your project will likely cost and how much you’re willing to spend. Given the unique nature of every construction project, it can be tricky to get a true sense of this before consultation. For example, the value of a property refurbishment can massively vary depending on the size of the house and the extent of the work required. This is why we always offer our customers a bespoke quote for any project. 

Nonetheless, below are some average price ranges for certain projects in the UK: 

  • New Bathrooms - £4000 - £6000

  • House Extensions - £26,000 - £34,000

  • External Rendering - £31.50 - £63/m²

  • Garage Conversions - £10,000 - £20,000 (based on a 16m₂ space)

Remember, these figures are based on national averages and may differ between one building company and another in Oxford or your local area. Other costs and services may also be required depending on the specific needs of your building project. It’s also recommended to set aside 10% of your budget for any unexpected additional costs.

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Watch the Clock

Besides design and cost, it’s useful for you to know how long it will take to complete your project. Despite your home builder’s best efforts, there’s inevitable disruption that comes with any construction work. Understanding this ahead of time will allow you to make the appropriate temporary adjustments to your daily lifestyle. 

Similar to above, here are some estimated time frames you can expect for a selection of our building services available to Oxford residents:  

  • New Bathrooms – 5 - 10 days

  • House Extensions – 3 - 6 months

  • External Rendering – 2 - 3 weeks (for a standard semi-detached house)

  • Garage Conversions – 2 - 4 weeks

It’s worth noting that all home improvement projects are unique to the specifications of your property. Whether it’s a property extension, home refurbishment, bathroom installation or external wall rendering project, getting a schedule of work from your home builder will give you a more accurate reflection of your project’s expected timeframe.

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Call 07479 091103 to learn more about our house extensions and new bathrooms in Oxford, Swindon, and the surrounding areas.