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Whilst it might...](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/why-home-renovation-matters-hiring-a-local-conversion-specialist) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) February 18, 2026 · 25 mins read ![Can You Live in Your Home During a Major Home Renovation?](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/hubfs/IMG%20-%20Trades-Planning/Trade%20with%20tool%20belt%201200x800.jpg) [Renovations](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/tag/renovations) ### [Can You Live in Your Home During a Major Home Renovation? One of the most common questions homeowners ask when planning a house renovation is whether they can continue living in their property whilst the work takes place. 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Both options can transform your property and potentially...](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/loft-conversion-vs-garage-conversion-which-adds-more-value) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) February 11, 2026 · 17 mins read ![Garage Conversion Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/hubfs/IMG%20-%20Trades-Planning/Shaking%20hands%20with%20the%20tradesman%201200x800px.jpg) [Renovations](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/tag/renovations) ### [Garage Conversion Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands A garage conversion can be a brilliant way to gain extra space without moving house, and for many UK homeowners it is a sensible home improvement project that adds genuine everyday value. The problem is that a garage conversion...](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/garage-conversion-mistakes-that-can-cost-you-thousands) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) [Ian Harford](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/author/ian-harford) February 6, 2026 · 13 mins read ![How Long Does a Garage Conversion Take?](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/hubfs/IMG%20-%20Trades-Planning/Trade%20looking%20over%20open%20plan%20conversion%201200x800.jpg) [Renovations](https://theconversionguy.co.uk/learning-centre/tag/renovations) ### [How Long Does a Garage Conversion Take? A garage conversion is often described as one of the quickest ways to gain extra space in a UK home, but “quick” can mean different things depending on the starting point and the finish you want. 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