Garden Spaces - F.A.Q.'s

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Q. Do I need planning permission?
A. Usually not, planning permission regulations were revised (Relaxed) in October 2008.
This now means that as long as you comply with a simple set of basic rules, planning permission
will not be required, even if you live in a conservation area.
The full details can be found at http://www.planningportal.gov.uk or alternatively contact your local Garden Spaces representative for our considered advice.

Q. Will my Garden Studio have to comply with any building regulations?
A. Most of our Garden Studios are exempt from the majority of building regulations.
However, if necessary all of our studios can be modified and upgraded to comply with all building regulations.

Q. What if access to my garden is restricted?
A. All of our Studios are constructed using prefabricated modular panels, which are delivered direct to site in flat pack form: So designed that in most cases they can be carried through the house if necessary.

Q. What is included in the price?
A. Our prices include VAT and the full cost of installation, including suitable foundations (Subject to site survey) The only other requirement is the power supply from the house which we quote for separately.
Your final price, including any optional extras you may have selected, such as blinds and decking is the price you pay.

Q. Who will install my Garden Studio?
A. Our fully trained, professional and highly experienced installation teams will carry out the installation process in a safe and orderly manner with the minimum of fuss and with total respect for your property and its’environs.
On completion the building is thoroughly cleaned and the area tidied, the keys are then handed to you with the building ready to use immediately.

Q. What kind of return on my investment can I expect?
A. The installation of a Garden Spaces Studio will add significantly to the value of your property. Typically you can expect to recuperate 75% of the Studio cost on the value of your house, and in certain prime locations even more.

Q. What warranties are provided?
A. All of our Studios are supplied with an “Insurance backed” 10 year structural warranty and n additional 20 year roof warranty: As all our Studios are built to modern house building standards we would expect our buildings to last a lifetime.

Q. What about internet and telephone connectivity?
A. We would suggest the simplest way to obtain these services is to use a wireless router and a dual cordless phone.
Alternatively we can provide a full solution to manage your services, including network cabling following a full site survey.

Q. How long will I have to wait for my new Studio?
A. Obviously each customers’ requirements are quite unique in terms of positioning, personal preferences and optional extras, but typically 4-8weeks for a standard size Studio.

Q. What areas of the country do you cover?
A. We are the only truly “Nationwide” supplier of high quality garden rooms, with showrooms and installation teams based in Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Northamptonshire and Cheshire, covering the whole of the UK mainland.
Click on our website UK map for your local contact www.gardenspaces.co.uk

Q. How well insulated is it, can I use it all year round?
A. The extensive use of highly thermally efficient SIP,s (Structurally Insulated Panels) throughout, including both the roof and the floor structures, means that our studios are between 30 – 40% better insulated than most homes. Usable 365 days a year no matter what the weather conditions are outside.

Q. Why is my Garden Studio better than an extension?
A. Firstly tranquillity, being detached from your main living space, perfect for work, also flexibility
position your Studio where you want it.
It will cost less than a house extension and will be completed in a fraction of the time and has a fixed price so there will be no “Extra costs” from the builders half way through.

Q. Are there any finance options available?
A. Yes, both business and personal finance. For business users we recommend that you discuss with your accountant or financial advisor the most tax efficient method for you, lease purchase, lease, business loan, outright purchase etc.
For personal finance our Garden Studios are high quality products built to modern house building standards, which enables clients to source finance through various channels, which we can recommend.