1. Cost. The cost of building a private house is significantly lower than the cost of an apartment, in addition, construction can be carried out in stages, planning your budget and investing money gradually.
2. The individuality of the home. When buying an apartment, you are limited by the standard solutions of the developer, usually only minor changes in the layout are possible. A house can be built or bought both with a standard layout, and you can independently draw up a layout of the premises, choose an architectural style, exterior decoration and design, number of storeys and number of rooms, decide on the interior decoration and design of the adjacent territory.
3. Land and property. When buying an apartment, you do not own anything except it. Your property starts from the front door and ends with a balcony, if any. The rest of the house area: the adjoining territory, entrances and staircases is used by all residents. A private house is being built on a plot of land that is also your property. The dimensions of the plot are several times larger than the area of the house, and in addition to a residential building, you can place on it other outbuildings: a garage, a bathhouse, a gazebo, a guest house, or you can lay out a garden on the plot.
4. Parking. One of the main problems of a city dweller is a parking space in the local area. For an equipped parking space in the underground parking or in the local area, you need to pay monthly, or leave the car in an unsecured parking lot at your own risk, while this free space still needs to be found. The owner of a private house does not face such questions, because having your own plot of land allows you to build a full-fledged garage, shed on it, or equip a parking lot to your liking.
5. Prestige. Living in your own house is much more prestigious than in an ordinary apartment, because the area of the house is about 3 times the area of an apartment of the same price category, which means more functional premises appear.
6. Neighbors. Neighbors in city apartments can be a source of unpleasant emotions. It is difficult to find an apartment with good soundproofing, so the privacy of neighbors is often no secret to anyone. The owner of a private house is fenced off from neighbors not only by the wall of the house, but also by the boundaries of his site.
7. Pets. The presence of a plot of land and a large area of premises allow the owner of the house to keep not only large pets, but also to start a whole subsidiary farm.
Difficulties in buying or building a private house
The main difficulties faced by homeowners are remoteness from urban infrastructure and the need to independently supply communications. When choosing a site, these factors must be taken into account so as not to get tired of too long daily trips and at the same time be able to connect and equip the house with all the necessary communications.
Advantages of a one-story house in the absence of stairs, which is convenient for children and the elderly. Before building a family cottage, many are considering a one-story design. The choice of such a building is justified and promising.
The InnovaStroy company offers clients a lot of ready-made projects, as well as the construction of turnkey houses from a pit for a foundation to a roof covering, followed by internal and external finishing.
Before completing a project, the customer needs to know everything the advantages of a one-story house over a two-story house to avoid doubts and confidence in the choice. There is no reason to believe that one-story buildings look less presentable than two-story or higher-rise buildings. Stylish design, decoration with modern materials, a combination of decor allow you to create a unique project and distinguish the house from its counterparts.
They are presented on the website of the InnovaStroy company in detail.
In addition to external priorities, the advantages of a one-story house are as follows:
- 1. Speed and reduction of construction time. To erect a multi-storey building requires more effort and time.
- 2. Simple and straightforward technology that does not require stairways. Running up the stairs quickly gets boring, especially if the communications are located only on the lower floors.
- 3. Lack of obstacles and safety for children, people with disabilities, pensioners.
- 4. Does not require a complex foundation, the load of the main supporting structure in one-story houses is minimal.
- 5. Possibility of building on all types of soil, including water and unstable.
- 6. Uncomplicated architectural incarnations.
- 7. Savings on utility bills by reducing heating costs, uniform temperature distribution in all rooms.
- 8. Convenience of repairs in any season.
- 9. Fewer windows and doors, which reduces heat loss.
- 10. Functional placement of rooms, recreation areas and bathrooms on the territory of one floor.
- 11. The use of scaffolding is not required, which is a significant part of the costs for multi-storey construction. It is convenient to do facade decoration and minor repairs yourself.
- 12. Designing a roof in any style, with the desired level of slope and materials.
- 13. The ability to view the lawn, yard and playground.
The main advantages of a one-story house attract owners of large perimeter plots. Those who can afford to take up a lot of space for a living area. Owners of closed areas, without the prying eyes of neighbors. According to state regulations, the placement of one-story buildings is at least 6-15 meters. The distance between residential streets and a single building is 3m. The location of highways and highways is no closer than 7m.
The advantages of a one-story house over a two-story house are provided to clients when they first contact the InnovaStroy company. One-story construction is relevant and popular with the local population. For a detailed presentation of possible nuances, we recommend that you consider the shortcomings of houses on one floor.
Disadvantages of a one-story house
- The area of the site occupied by the building. If there is not enough land, then a one-story house for a large family occupies almost the entire yard, leaving no space for lawns, gazebos and recreation areas. This must be taken into account in urban construction, where a small area of the site.
- The level of inclination of the relief is of particular importance. One-story cottages should preferably be located in an area with a flat area.
- The floor covering is close to the ground and requires a massive layer of insulation. The laying of the waterproofing layer is tested in the autumn-winter period, when the water level is high and the temperature level is low. Freezing of the floor can be avoided by installing automatic electric heating of the floor.
- If the family is replenished, it will be problematic to finish building the rooms. The experts of the InnovaStroy company recommend to remodel the attic floor or create an attic. To facilitate the process, the creation of a rafter structure under the roofing will help. In addition, no additional paperwork or permits are required.
- The construction takes up a significant part, which limits the fertility of the land.
- With the subsequent expansion and construction of the extension, the architectural design of the building is disrupted, which spoils the appearance.
Taking into account all the positive and negative aspects, the client needs to make a more accurate calculation of the life perspective and anticipate the nuances. With a competent approach to construction, the disadvantages of a one-story house can be avoided.
Materials for one-story construction
In the possibility of using basic materials of any kind. There is no doubt that the price of construction will vary significantly, while the properties of each type are different. If the client has a limited budget, it is important to prioritize the materials and project ahead of time. What material is better to build a house from?
The main question of many of InnovaStroy's clients. Turnkey one-story houses projects and prices, as well as materials are displayed on the site. In any case, the main factors are thermal conductivity, strength and price, for construction, including work and finishing.
- Brick is the most popular material for single-storey construction. For many years it has been attracting the attention of designers, architects and owners. The ability to successfully combine and combine with other materials sets it apart from its counterparts. The disadvantage of brick construction is long-term installation, the need to use insulation and create a finish. The advantages of a one-story brick house - the absence of fire is 60% higher compared to other materials. Resistant to moisture and pests. Does not require external finishing.
- Foam block is a material for fast construction. Due to the large size, houses from the foam block are built quickly, with minimal labor costs. It does not require a reinforced foundation, since it does not create significant loads. The lack of foam block construction in the accumulation of moisture in the material. Laying the foam block requires the use of adhesive materials. The advantages of a one-story house from a foam block are the ability to conduct electricity in the space of the material, without using additional space. A one-story cottage from a foam block can be erected with your own hands due to the ease of technology and ease of installation.
- Wood and timber are the most popular in modern cottage construction. Environmental friendliness and high thermal conductivity of the material distinguishes its advantages over the rest. The possibility of ignition must be excluded by using additional processing with fire-fighting emulsions. Wooden one-story houses are perfect for country and suburban construction. The advantages of a one-story house made of wood are undeniable and obvious, such buildings fit well into suburban real estate, combined with the natural landscape and style. It lends itself well to repair during long-term operation.
- The ceramic block is heavy and requires a reinforced foundation. Due to its impressive size, a ceramic house is being built quickly, but using a special technology. The advantages of a one-story ceramic block house are in a high degree of sound insulation. Due to the rough surface of the base material, the plaster adheres more firmly and provides a secure adhesion. The absence of cracks guarantees heat retention under any external temperature conditions.
Engineering communications in one-story construction
The advantages of a one-story house not only in ease of use and materials, but also in the consistent wiring of communications. For a one-story building, it is much cheaper to make wiring. When wiring bathrooms to the second floor, the task is somewhat complicated.
Required communications for comfortable housing:
- Water supply;
- Heating;
- Electricity;
- Sewerage.
To make the communications of the second floor more problematic and difficult. Drainage and heating must be carried out through the staircase, which requires more detailed design of the structure. When installing a boiler or fireplace, the chimney length proportionally depends on the number of storeys. The increase in pipe and floor installation costs will differ.
A comfortable home is a pleasant climate for the whole family. Conducting ventilation ducts in a one-story house is easier and safer. The volume of ventilation pipes in high-rise construction requires additional space, which visually does not look particularly beautiful. The control of ventilation ducts is always available in the attic, besides, the main draft, with the correct design of the roof, is stronger and ensures fire safety.
External finishing of a one-story house
Facade finishing of a house on one floor is easy. You can do it yourself or contact the masters of the InnovaStroy company. In any case, the costs will be lower than with multi-storey construction. The facade is created from various materials at the request of the client. It is possible to create a combination of styles and individual directions. Houses with architectural solutions look stylish and modern.
Interior decoration of a one-story house
For one-story construction, there is no need to use ladders and scaffolding, no need to lift the load to the upper floors and install sections.
Modern materials allow you to visually expand the space and visually raise the height of the room. To decorate the ceiling in a one-story house, craftsmen advise using mirrored hanging panels, which create grace and complement the space.
How to quickly build a one-story house?
Urgent construction of a one-storey house is considered with the rapid construction of a residential building from 100 sq.m. Advantages of a one-story house over a two-story house in fast construction. A building with two floors of the same area takes 2 times more time and costs. The ideal solution for high-speed construction would be the use of frame technology.
The frame method of housing construction is only gaining popularity in Russia. Budget technologies are distinguished by the minimum terms of building a house. Frame blocks are quickly stacked and form a full-fledged residential building. Mineral wool, a monolithic foam block are used as insulation in such buildings. The construction of such a technology is much cheaper.
Finished projects, already developed by designers, are drawn up quickly, and construction begins the very next day. It is enough to know the perimeter of the site and have financial resources. Ordering the construction of a frame-type house in an urgent option does not require additional investments and surcharges.
For many years, the construction of one-storey houses has remained attractive for clients and those who are just planning to start building their own mansion. Every day, many owners make a choice in favor of building only one floor. Convenience and comfort will always be relevant when choosing a ready-made project.
Professionals of the InnovaStroy company will help the client to calculate the costs and redesign the high-rise construction into a one-story one, with minimal losses of financial and time costs. To make your home a favorite vacation spot for the whole family, turn to high-level craftsmen with certificates and visual expertise created and verified by the owners.
The article examined the main advantages of a one-story house, what type of construction for your own house to choose for the owner, it is better to determine in advance, before drawing up an estimate.
Those who live in their own house are forced to look after the yard and garden, they are used to thinking that life in an apartment is simple and pleasant. They are right. But in order to finally be convinced of this, we will consider life in an apartment from all sides: its advantages and disadvantages.
Living in an apartment is, first of all, neighbors. If you flooded neighbors, or turned on the music louder at an inopportune hour, decided to make repairs in the apartment on a weekend - expect a knock on the door or sidelong glances. But on the other hand, with good relations, neighbors are always ready to help you if you run out of salt or there is no one to look after the house during the vacation.
An apartment means less physical and material costs. Central heating saves not only time and money in winter, but also nerves. A HOA, housing and communal services or other forms of house management make you involved in the general process. A leaking roof or cracked walls near a building's façade is a shared concern, not just yours.
Apartment - as already mentioned, there is no yard, which needs to be put in order every day. But this is also a minus: there is no way to retire on a bench, pick a grown apple, feel the owner of a large territory - after all, all that you have is just an apartment.
In good areas, the improvement of the surrounding area is the work of certain municipal services. Yes, you pay money for this, but you get good results: lawn, flower beds, weekly / daily cleaning of the territory, garbage disposal.
Apartment buildings are provided with different security systems: magnetic doors, combination locks, sometimes in elite houses, and concierges or other “live” type of security. Taking care of the security in your home is entirely your task: in addition to guarding your home, you should think about how no stranger would get into your yard.
An apartment is a developed infrastructure of the city: a school near the house, shops, a hospital. Yes, even conducting communications to an apartment is easier: show the area of apartment buildings that do not have the Internet?
Also apartments are a plus for those who like a good view. Purchasing an apartment on the upper floors is an opportunity to live in a place with a stunning view of the city. And the opportunity to wake up with the first rays of light penetrating into your apartment gives you a wonderful mood for the whole day. A private house is deprived of such advantages. Firstly, because of its low rise. Secondly, because of the high fences that protect your territory.
But the apartments have quite a few drawbacks. An apartment is part of one whole, common structure, building, which means that some changes in the layout have serious consequences. Therefore, it seems difficult to transfer some walls, individual layout of rooms. In your house - you act as your heart desires, and if your opportunities and site allow, you add additional necessary premises for yourself.
Among another drawback of apartments is the payment for housing and communal services. Of course, it is clear what it consists of. But it often happens that the service does not meet the price. Residents pay monthly, and services have not been provided for years. So the question arises: wouldn't it be better for me to take care of my territory myself?
One way or another, opinions do not argue. Someone chooses their home, independence from neighbors. And someone likes an apartment, with all its amenities and disadvantages.
When building a private house, at a certain moment, the question arises about the organization of its heating system, which, of course, differs from that for multi-apartment buildings.
And it is not at all necessary to resort to the help of outside services and companies specializing in heating private houses, since each homeowner can arrange it independently.
In the independent organization of heating a private house, the most difficult is the initial stage of calculation and selection of equipment. Therefore, with almost absolute independence of heating, it is recommended to consult with specialists in order to avoid mistakes at this stage.
All types of heating systems in a private house are distinguishable from each other by the type of heat carrier that generates heat energy.
Such types of systems are used that are able to evenly heat the entire room and not leave cold air masses in remote places of the room.
A distinction is made between the following heating systems:
Which boiler is better to choose?
Of course, of all types of heating and boilers, it is necessary to choose the most economical, compact and convenient for installation in a private house with subsequent operation.
- Among its advantages are high efficiency, especially in the Russian Federation, availability and ease of installation. The disadvantages include the need for regular wet cleaning of radiators in rooms, explosion hazard and the impossibility of spontaneous shutdown in winter. It is also necessary that there is a gas pipeline next to the private house, without which the gas boiler simply will not work. The efficiency of gas boilers lies in the range of 70-96%, which depends on the specific type of boiler.
- ... The main advantage of this type of equipment is that the power line almost always runs next to every private house. Also, the operation of an electric boiler does not create noise interference, is highly automated, has a precise regulation of the boiler's power and temperature conditions in the premises. Particular attention should be paid to the absence of harm to the environment and the need to build a chimney. The disadvantages include the high cost of operation, which directly depends on the size of the private house and the operating time of the boiler. The efficiency is about 95%.
- ... They are equipment that runs on solid fuels (coal, peat, firewood). Solid fuel equipment does not depend on the presence or absence of gas or electricity, it is affordable, safe and cheap in terms of price policy. Nevertheless, among the shortcomings, the need for periodic cleaning of the furnace and constant replenishment of fuel reserves in it is distinguished. The efficiency of this type of boilers is no more than 5-10%.
- ... This type is capable of operating on different types of fuel, which is its great advantage. Also, when using them, the safety of the entire system is reliably ensured and the independence of the boiler operation process. The advantage is that the combined equipment is often used as a reserve. Despite all the advantages, this type of road heating equipment is low in power and requires a separate room to store all types of fuel. The efficiency is 80-90%.
- alternative energy, which includes heat pumps. This type of equipment uses the energy of the environment and creates heat in a private house. The advantages are the reduced risk of fires in the house, no unpleasant odors, the need to constantly change fuel, economy in terms of finance and energy. The disadvantage is the low level of profitability, but this type of equipment is considered progressive and forward-looking.
- Stove heating. It heats up the entire volume of the room unevenly, thereby providing a perceptible difference in temperature. Only a small-sized house can be fully heated with a stove, which indicates the need to use a more modern type of heating system.
For the correct purchase of a suitable boiler, its calculation by area is required. To do this, you need to know the area of the room in m2 and the specific power, determined specifically for each region of the country. Specific boiler power is calculated as the product of area and standard power for each area, divided by 10. The result is in kilowatts.
Design and diagrams of a hot water heating system
There are a number of standard schemes according to which planning is carried out first, and then the installation of a heating system in a private house. In some cases, their classification is based on the presence or absence of a specialized tank for collecting condensate, in other cases - the number of pipes in the main distribution of the system.
There are open and closed circuits of heating systems:
- In an open loop there is a special, incompletely sealed expansion tank for accumulating condensate and then sending it to the boiler after cooling the water masses. Such a system is very simple and energy-independent, since the coolant circulates under the influence of natural forces. The water circulates at a slow pace. The installation of gas, solid fuel types of boilers is suitable for this circuit. The open circuit is used in country and suburban private buildings.
- In a closed loop there is an independent return of condensate to the boiler using a pipe, bypassing the expansion tank. This is due to the tightness of all components of the heating system, thus, the coolant does not evaporate, and the circulation of water is ensured by the operation of the pump. A significant advantage of a closed circuit is that by adjusting the volume of the coolant, it is possible to control the temperature level of the room. However, this circuit needs power supply. The closed system is used in cottage buildings.
By the number of pipes involved in the wiring, systems are distinguished:
- one-pipe or Leningrad;
- two-pipe;
- collector (multi-circuit).
One-pipe or Leningrad scheme is characterized by the absence of a separate outlet for cold water. Thus, all the water, being and circulating in a closed circuit in the direction from the previous radiator to the next, is heated to different temperatures in different parts of the entire system. Closer to the peripherally located radiators, the water is cool, but near the boiler, on the contrary, it can be too hot, which only worsens the heating efficiency of the whole house.
It should also be noted that when one radiator goes out of operation, all subsequent ones are turned off. But there are also advantages of a one-pipe scheme: it is quite easy to install, even in an independent way.
Two-pipe scheme differs in better heating of all rooms in a private house, since two pipes are connected to each of the radiators in its composition.
One of them is designed for the outflow of cooled water back to the boiler, and the second is for the delivery of hot water from the boiler.
Thus, all radiators in this scheme are temperature-equalized, ensuring the efficiency of the system.
Video about one-pipe and two-pipe heating systems:
With collector (multi-circuit) the circuit on the radiators has a special device - a collector. It is designed to subdivide the general water flow into several lines and use several circuits. Two pipes still fit the radiators, but they are no longer connected to each other, but, passing through the collector, they direct the water into the boiler.
When choosing the three above schemes, water is the best coolant.
Calculation and selection of radiators
When choosing a type of radiator suitable for your heating system, you should focus on providing them with:
- stable heat transfer to the premises;
- good appearance;
- ease of use.
Radiators are distinguished by design features:
- Sectional... Includes a number of departments - sections.
- Tubular... They consist of curved tubes through which the coolant circulates.
- Panel... They are made in the form of cast panels with containers for the heat carrier.
- Lamellar... They are represented by plates on which the heating element is additionally reinforced.
Radiators are distinguished according to the material used:
- Steel. They transfer heat by convection, they are highly efficient, easy to install, convenient and very economical.
- Cast iron. They are also effective and cheap, but the appearance is more bulky, and the likelihood of unplanned breaks is increased when the pressure in the pipes rises.
- ... They are more aesthetic, lightweight, and the level of heat transfer is high.
- ... During their operation, it is possible to use any type of heat carrier, moreover, they are able to withstand greater pressure in the system.
For optimal heating of the entire private house, it is important to correctly calculate the power of the selected radiators, taking into account the area of the rooms, the climate conditions of the place of residence, as well as heat losses. The power of a radiator means how much heat energy it as a whole or a separate section of it can transfer into a room in an hour.
In standard cast iron radiators, the power of one section is 160 W, which is very convenient for determining the power of the entire radiator by multiplying this value by the number of sections. By the same principle, the power of an aluminum radiator is considered, where the average power value of the section is 200 W. If the radiator is panel steel, then it does not include sections and has a standard total power of 800-1400 W.
The thermal power of any selected radiator must compensate for the heat loss of the room, which is why it is so important to carefully select a radiator taking into account all the main characteristics.
Selection and installation of a gas boiler, pipes, radiators, chimney
An obligatory stage in the independent equipment of the heating system at home is the choice of pipes. There are several types of pipes for heating, differing from each other in a number of parameters. The main ones include:
- Polypropylene... It is the most popular type of pipe with excellent internal surface and reliable wall thickness. Their assortment is significant, and prices are economical. They can be used for 50 years and do not corrode. However, after installation, it is difficult to replace individual blocks of the entire system.
- Copper... Due to the high prices and difficulties in installation, this type is almost not in demand for heating a house. Although with a sharp decrease in temperature, their tightness does not suffer, which will only protect the house.
- Reinforced plastic... Affordable, however, the parts used to connect them, on the contrary, are expensive. Easy to install, not subject to corrosion. Serves for 15 years.
- Steel... They are also almost never installed in private buildings due to installation difficulties, the need for grounding and susceptibility to corrosive processes.
Pipes are installed in accordance with their typical features and purpose for cold or hot water. Referring to the prepared wiring diagram, the pipes are connected in series first with the boiler, then with each other and, finally, with the radiators. The connection is carried out using corners, adapters, couplings, tees, crosses, plugs and clamps.
After selecting all the necessary equipment, including the boiler, they begin to install it on their own in several stages. To do this, the parameters of the boiler room are initially taken into account: it should not be less than 5 m with a ceiling height of up to 2.5 meters, good ventilation, a window (when placing the boiler in the basement, which is the most common place of choice), a chimney, a gas analyzer. The boiler is placed on a concrete floor or a sheet of metal when it is placed vertically or hung on the wall when it is wall-mounted.
If the boiler is placed on a wall, then the chimney is initially mounted with an opening for it, leading to the street. Next, the boiler is suspended with hooks and bolts and connected to a pre-installed chimney, as well as to a common gas pipeline. Pipes are supplied in accordance with the selected heating system and electricity is connected. When installing the boiler on a wall, choose a strong load-bearing wall, determine the optimal height and position of the boiler.
If the boiler is placed on the floor, then a special concrete podium is made with a height of about 15-20 cm. Having installed the boiler on it, spending a lot of effort on this, we prevent wobbling. A connection is also made to the chimney, the hole for which is located on the wall behind the boiler. The chimney pipe is directed towards the street in a downward direction. After complete installation, the chimney opening is closed with a solution. The boiler is connected to the gas pipeline.
Electric boiler - photo
If an electric boiler is being installed, it is not required to connect it to the chimney.
You can do the installation of the collector yourself. A place for it is chosen in a wall recess just above the floor or in a specially organized metal box. They take into account that many pipes will be connected to the collector, so they make their own piping for the radiators.
Installation of radiators is also important. They are placed on the lower part of the walls at least 10-15 cm from the window sill and 10 cm from the floor, and the distance from the radiator grill and the wall should be about 2-4 cm. The most optimal installation method is chosen:
- Side one-sided. This is the most common type of installation, in which the pipe for hot water is attached to the top of the radiator, and for cold water - to the bottom.
- Lower. Both pipes are directed towards the floor for a better aesthetic appearance.
- Diagonal. With it, the hot water pipe is connected to the upper part of the radiator on one side, and the cold water pipe is connected to the lower part of the other side.
After the complete installation of the boiler, pipes, chimney, radiators, the heating system is started and filled with a coolant. The boiler is usually started up during the warm season. Under pressure, the coolant is distributed to all components of the heating system.
Video about installing a heating system in a house:
Cost of materials and work
The price for which you can independently install a heating system in a private house largely depends on the choice of coolant, the size of the house, the type of pipes, boiler, and the type of system organization.
On average, the cost of all materials and tools at the end of the installation will be from 25,000 rubles for gas heating, and for the installation of an electric underfloor heating - 20,000-30,000 rubles.
But it is worth recalling once again that everything very much depends on the type of equipment chosen. In some cases, the complete heating system of a private house costs 200,000 thousand rubles.
The cost of installing a heating system by specialists is more expensive, primarily because of the payment for their direct work. So, for the installation of various types of radiators it will take on average 2000-2500 rubles, for installing a warm floor - about 500 rubles per square meter, for installing a boiler - about 3000-5000 rubles. These amounts are added to the total cost of the equipment.
If you think at least a little in repair and, for example, installation of a water supply system, then an independent installation of a heating system in a private house is much more profitable than the help of companies. This determines the choice of many home owners to heat their home on their own.
Thus, there is a wide variety of types of equipment for installing heating in a private house, as well as methods of installing it. When choosing the type of heating system, one should take into account not only the total cost of future work, but also one's strengths, capabilities, the size of the house and the climatic conditions of the region. Everyone can arrange heating for their home, you just need to try hard for this.
It is easy to remember how at the end of the last millennium was the peak of the desire of most people to live in a well-maintained, comfortable apartment with an improved layout. People invested in building the most important acquisition of their lives. After some time, when the government changed, which also provided support to citizens in the housing issue, people began to worry no longer about purchasing housing, but about the comfort of life.
They bought cars, summer cottages, equipment; overseas holidays were gaining popularity. These trends are present to this day, but the need for the purchase or expansion of living space has again been added to them. Today, many people have the opportunity to choose between an apartment and a private house. Therefore, more and more often the question arises: Where is it better to live? In the house or in the apartment? To do this, you need to figure out what are the differences between these objects.
Apartment advantages
Undoubtedly, the main criterion in choosing a home is comfort. In the modern world, buying an apartment, a person gets everything they need for life - electricity, water, sewerage, heat supply, garbage disposal and, of course, service at these points. These are the main parameters. No less important factors are added to the basic living conditions, which a person is guided by when choosing an apartment:
- Location and remoteness from the city center.
- Infrastructure of the area (hospitals, kindergartens, schools, supermarkets, pharmacies, cafes, sports complexes).
- Improvement of the local area (playgrounds, landscaping, "green areas", parking).
- Security (lack of nearby industrial complexes, factories, airports, train stations).
- Transport accessibility (personal and public transport).
- Communications (telephone, internet, television).
Possible disadvantages of living in an apartment
A successful combination of favorable conditions has a positive effect on the quality of life. But, as a rule, in addition to the pros, there are also disadvantages. Anyone living in an apartment building has faced various difficulties that are inherent in living in an apartment.
- Perhaps the most unpleasant thing is problems with neighbors from noisy get-togethers at late hours, on the other side of your bedroom wall, to the flood in the apartment, thanks to the neighbors upstairs.
- An equally annoying drawback may be the issue of utility bills. Prices are often unreasonably high. Who wants to overpay?
- The condition of the house outside its own apartment. It happens that the cleanliness of the elevator, which everyone uses every day, leaves much to be desired, and the walls in the entrance would not hurt to paint, and the neighbor opposite likes to smoke on the landing ...
- We are all human and we need rest and entertainment. For example, it can be nice to receive guests, arrange noisy contests and dance to your favorite songs for half the night! But not in an apartment building. One way or another, you need to respect your neighbors and not allow it to come to conflicts.
- Problems arising from the lack of proper maintenance by utilities. This applies to water supply cuts, periodic cuts in heat supply, power outages and other problems.
And there can be many such negative moments, unfortunately it is not possible to exclude them completely. 
Positive aspects of living in a private house
Living in a private home also has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages undoubtedly include complete freedom of imagination in arranging a cozy nest both inside and outside. The positive side is a significant difference in the area of the house, which, as a rule, exceeds the size of a city apartment, thereby allowing to expand the usual functions of comfortable housing - to make a separate playroom for a child, an office for work, a dressing room, bedrooms, guest rooms, rest rooms, the dining room, and turn the balcony into a beautiful greenhouse. 
An obvious advantage is the absence of neighbors "through the wall". Nobody will bother anyone in case of renovation, a noisy party or the whims of the kids. And also the worry about flooding from the neighbors from above is excluded. I must say that in addition to everything else, in a private house you can build a swimming pool, fireplace, cellar or acquire livestock.
The ability to equip the local area, based on your own preferences, is an indisputable plus. You can plant fruit trees and shrubs around the house - it will be a garden, cultivate beds with vegetables and herbs - a vegetable garden, and in the fall a healthy harvest. The hospitable hosts will certainly build a gazebo, put up a barbecue or grill. For children, a playground, swings and trampolines will be a joy, and for sports fans, you can put outdoor exercise equipment, horizontal bars and even build a basketball court. In addition, the entire territory is fenced off from prying eyes, which is also important.
Cons of a land plot with a house
Both large and small land parcels require timely maintenance. In the summer, it is mowing the lawn, processing plants, keeping it clean, in winter, clearing and removing snow, providing an entrance to the house. If, living in an apartment, this is done by utility companies, then in their own house the owners will have to take care of the methods of solving such problems themselves. It also becomes necessary to adjust and maintain the temperature regime in the living room, especially in the cold season. You will also have to worry if there are difficulties with communications, electricity, sewage.
As a result, it turns out that a private house requires more attention and responsibility, while in an apartment building part of the trouble is assigned to the management company or other competent service, subject to regular monthly payments from tenants. But in an apartment, a mandatory requirement will be compliance with some rules in order to avoid conflict with neighbors or management.
Often, the private sector is inferior to a city apartment in accessibility to supermarkets, pharmacies, hospitals, schools, kindergartens, beauty salons and similar infrastructure, but surpasses in some possibilities - a garden, a vegetable garden, a swimming pool, a bathhouse, its own playground, cattle breeding, a fenced area, stove, fireplace and other additional features. Also, the owner of his own home does not have the obligation to pay monthly for the "utility package", but nevertheless, the costs are not so small. 
In any case, there are also subjective notions about the merits and demerits when choosing housing, which should be guided by the one who asked such an important question. Of course, comfortable conditions, if there is a desire and opportunity, can be created both in a private house and in an apartment.
