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Can I Build My Own Granny Annexe?

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Building a granny annexe is a great way to make sure your loved one has everything they need to live happily and comfortable all whilst remaining close enough for you to know they are ok.

A granny annexe is typically an extension of the home, usually a freestanding external building, that is a small home with everything you could possibly need.

These small homes are specially designed so that older people can easily manage in them and live comfortably without the need for home care or extra support.

Can I Build My Own Granny Annexe?

Is it possible to build a granny annexe on your own but it is no small task. Building a granny annexe requires months of planning before you can start building.

One of the hardest parts about building a granny annexe is getting it to work and function as a normal home. To do this you will need to be able to provide the home with power, like electricity and gas, and this can be extremely difficult if you do not have the proper training.

Similarly, you will need to connect the granny annexe to plumping so that the annexe has access to running water as well as a connection to sewage and other waste disposal pipes.

It’s very likely that you will need to hire outside contractors to help with some of these tasks and it can end up becoming more and more costly if you try and do it yourself.

Before you can even start planning or building your annexe, you will need planning permission from your local council. The council needs to give you permission to build on your land. This is because sometimes building an annexe can cause problems for the nearby houses and other surrounding areas so you need to make sure you have done all your research and measurements to ensure you are building the annexe in the best possible place.

The blueprints for a Ancillary Accommodation

Should I Use A Proofesicla Company To Build My Granny Annexe?

With a professional annexe company, all the hard work is done for you. When building an annexe there is a lot of planning and paperwork that goes on before you can start building your annexe.

Using a company like Granny Annexe to build your annexe can be a big help. We can take care of all the difficult paperwork and planning that needs to be done.

The most daunting part of building a granny annexe can be getting the planning permission. Here at Family Annexe, we take all the stress out of this procedure for you.

We obtain the planning permission from your local planning authority using a Householder Application and the ‘Caravan Act’.

We work with some of the best professionals in independent planning to make sure you get the best possible outcome. It can take up to 13 weeks to get planning permission.

Building tools and a blueprint

The Process of Building A Granny Annexe With Family Annexe.

Designing and building a granny annexe is easy with Family Annexe. Here at Family Annexe, we take care of all the difficult and boring elements of building an annexe and aim to get it ready for your loved one as quickly as possible. We do this in 7 easy steps.

Step one – Phone Consultation

All of our phone consultations are free and you have no obligation to continue if you don’t want to.

Step two – Quote and Drawings

After the phone call well sent you some ideas for granny annexe plans and a quote for how much it will cost.

Step Three – Site Survey

Someone will come and do a quick survey to double-check measurements and make sure your garden is a suitable place to build an annexe.

Step Four – Finalise Build Spec

We finalise the design and add any customisation you might want.

Step Five – Planning Permission

Here at granny annexe we speak to local councils and get the planning permission for you.

Step Six – Building Your Annexe

We build the granny annexe at our site and then transport and install it for you.

Step Seven – Hand Over Of Keys

Finally, we give you a quick tour of your new granny annexe and hand over the keys.

Get In Touch

If you would like to find out more about granny annexes, get in touch with Family Annexe. We have six unique annexe models available, each providing a safe and cost-effective solution to elderly care.

Family Annexe has an efficient seven-step process, designed to make your annexe experience stress-free and enjoyable. This starts with a free, no-obligation consultation!

Elderly couple in a garden

Living Options For The Elderly

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There are many different living options for the elderly but it’s important to know how they differ in order to decide which is the best option for your loved ones.

Everyone is different and a living option that might be alright for some might not be suitable for others. Be sure to examine every option and make sure you make the right choice for yourself and your family.

Staying In Their Own Home

Ideally, you’d want your parent or parents to be able to remain in their own home. This can be an option for some people especially if they are still able to do most things by themselves, however, it can become costly over time.

As your loved one gets older, they may start to struggle with certain aspects of managing the home of caring for themselves. If your loved one starts to struggle around the home or needs constant care you might have to start paying for them to have home carers.

Plus, to remain in their own home, your loved one may have to invest in home adaptations, such as ramps, grab rails, a walk-in shower and a stairlift.

The Cost Of Ageing

Sheltered Living

Sheltered housing can be a great living option for the elderly as these homes are purpose build for elderly people. They are designed to make the resident feel safe and have measures put in place, like alarm systems, to make sure the resident is safe.

Unfortunately, it’s not always a guarantee that you will find available sheltered housing in your area and you might not want to be too far from your loved one in these years.

Care Home

A care home is a perfect option for someone who needs round-the-clock care. With a care home, someone will be there all the time to make sure a loved one has been looked after.

Care homes however can be very costly, and some have restricted visiting times meaning you night is not able to visit your loved one as much as you would like. Care homes are usually seen as a last resort and unless your loved one needs help 24 a care home can be very costly.

Retirement Village

Retirement villages are purpose-built villages designed to make living easy for the elderly. They are a great way for your loved one to be safe and have the opportunity to live in a home that is easy and simple to manage.

Retirement villages are often very luxuriously designed and are built for comfort and leisure. this means that they can be rather expensive to live in and aren’t a very cost-effective option if you are looking for a long-term living solution.

Elderly couple in a garden

Living With Relative

Ideally, we want to keep our loved ones close so that we can always make sure they are getting the care and help they need. having a loved one come and live with you is the perfect way to keep an eye on them and always be there when they need you.

Unfortunately, when an older person comes to live with you, you might find your house isn’t suitable for an older person and you have to modify your home to make it more manageable. Installing things like stairlifts and handrails can be costly and whilst it may seem like a cheaper option, having a relative come and live with you can be more costly and difficult than it first seems.  

Granny Annexe

A granny annexe is a home extension that is purpose-built to make life easy and simple for you older relative. this way you can keep your loved one close and always be there to make sure they are safe and managing their new home.

A Family Annexe granny annexe is designed to have everything your loved one could ever possibly need. all of our annexes are easy and manageable whilst also allowing your loved ones to still keep their independence and live in their own home.

With a granny annexe, you can have the benefits of living with a relative, being there whenever your loved one needs and making sure they are okay without having to make adaptations to your home.

Sycamore Granny Annexe with Pitched Roof
Sycamore: Two-Bed Annexe

Get In Touch

If you would like to find out more about granny annexes, get in touch with Family Annexe. We have six unique annexe models available, each providing a safe and cost-effective solution to elderly care.

Family Annexe has an efficient seven-step process, designed to make your annexe experience stress-free and enjoyable. This starts with a free, no-obligation consultation!

Foxglove Granny Annexe Shower Room

Customising Your Annexe

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Building a granny annexe for your loved ones means you can build a home for them that perfectly suits all their needs. By customing your annexe you can be sure that your loved one’s needs are being expertly catered to and you don’t have to worry about them living somewhere that isn’t suitable.

The Benefits Of Building An Annexe

Building a granny annexe is a great alternative to living in a care home or moving into a relatives house. by building a granny annexe you can ensure your loved one is always nearby and in reach if you need them but you don’t have to worry about getting in the way having to make any major modifications to your home.

All of our granny annexes are designed to be easy and manageable so that anyone can live easily and comfortably in them. This way your love can live a fulfilling, independent life but without the stress and strain of maintaining an entire household.

Bluebell Granny Annexe with Flat Roof
Bluebell: One-Bed Annexe

How Does It Work?

Designing and building a granny annexe is easy with Family Annexe. Here at Family Annexe, we take care of all the difficult and boring elements of building an annexe and aim to get it ready for your loved one as quickly as possible. We do this in 7 easy steps.

Step one – Phone Consultation

All of our phone consultations are free and you have no obligation to continue if you don’t want to.

Step two – Quote and Drawings

After the phone call well sent you some ideas for granny annexe plans and a quote for how much it will cost.

Step Three – Site Survey

Someone will come and do a quick survey to double-check measurements and make sure your garden is a suitable place to build an annexe.

Step Four – Finalise Build Spec

We finalise the design and add any customisation you might want.

Step Five – Planning Permission

Here at granny annexe we speak to local councils and get the planning permission for you.

Step Six – Building Your Annexe

We build the granny annexe at our site and then transport and install it for you.

Step Seven – Hand Over Of Keys

Finally, we give you a quick tour of your new granny annexe and hand over the keys.

Bluebell Granny Annexe Dimensions

Customising Your Annexe

When designing your granny annexe you get to have a say in every step of the process. we understand that everyone is different and what’s right for one person annexe might not be right for another person.   

That’s why with Family Annexe you can customise your granny annexe to suit your loved one’s needs. all of our annexes are designed with easy functionality in mind so your loved one will have no trouble manoeuvring and using the annexe.

That said we still have options for you to customise and personalise your granny annexe should you need to. For example, you can have a choice of bathroom or wet room depending on how much room your loved one needs and what will be easier for them.

We also have to option add handrails and bars to rooms like the bathroom to make using the facilities easier and simpler for them, especially if they have trouble walking or standing for long periods of time.

You also have a say in the visual and aesthetic design of the annexe. during the design process, you decide on all the finishing touches such as a colour scheme and tiles choices.

Bluebell Granny Annexe Shower Room

Bespoke Granny Annexes   

Here at Family Annexe, we have a variety of granny annexe designs to apeak to a lot of different people. we have a variety of sizes and features including granny annexes with one or two bedrooms. our annexes start from £55,250 and we are confident that we have the perfect granny annexe for you and your family.

If you have looked at all our annexes and don’t think any are suitable even with customisation then we also do bespoke granny annexes.

With a bespoke granny annexe, you can tailor it to perfectly fit the needs of your loved one. contact us today to discuss designing a bespoke granny with a free, no-obligation consultation.

Contact Us

If you would like to find out more about granny annexes, get in touch with Family Annexe. We have six unique annexe models available, each providing a safe and cost-effective solution to elderly care.

Family Annexe has an efficient seven-step process, designed to make your annexe experience stress-free and enjoyable. This starts with a free, no-obligation consultation!