12/16 Why do people love old houses
A recent spate of televisions programs on historical buildings, such as Restoration Man, Restoration Home and Country House Rescue, present quite a balanced positive and negative view of living in an old property. Those of us who have lived in old houses will also be well versed in the pros and cons of living in such properties. The cons include seemingly endless maintenance costs on anything from roofing, fittings to dealing with subsidence. Old properties can be poorly insulated with high energy bills.
Many fans of old properties (property recruitment agencies report there are many), will state pros too. It is their character and history that appeals. Also, the location, as if you’re looking to live in a built up area such as inner city there may be a limited amount of newer properties. Similarly if you’re living in a rural area or village the only options may be an old house or building your own.