Bespoke loft conversions in Great Wakering
We specialise in high-quality custom Loft Conversions across Great Wakering and around . We have built numerous bespoke loft conversions in Great Wakering which are fully tailored to the client's personal requirements and preferences. Our Loft Conversions in Great Wakering allow families to add habitable space to their homes without the need to move home.
Great Wakering Loft Conversions
We offer a range of Loft Conversion types in Great Wakering, which include, dormer, mansard, hip to gable, L-shaped and velux loft conversions. Our team of builders will transform your house, giving you more living space and thereby increasing the value of your property.
Our latest Loft Conversions in Great Wakering
Browse through our latest loft conversions and extensions in Great Wakering to get an idea of what our specialist Loft Conversion team can build for you.
Our step by step process for Loft Conversion in Great Wakering
We try to keep the Loft Conversion process as simple as possible from conception to completion, always keeping you informed and involved in every step. Our process includes an initial survey and design followed by architectural drawings and structural calculations. Thereafter, we will quote based on the drawings. Once happy with our quote, our architects apply for planning permission and commence your building work and finally the completion of your new loft conversion. Our team is ready to discuss any aspect of the project in more detail at all times.
Whether your family is growing, renting out a room in your property, or simply want a new study or office, a loft conversion is an ideal solution to maximise space in your house. This is a cost-effective alternative to moving and will increase the value of your property when you decide to sell in the future. No matter the project size, we will build you a loft that reflects your style and meets your lifestyle’s needs.
When you take a look around your area in Great Wakering, you may have observed on the street that homes' roofs suddenly add a few more windows, changing shape completely, and appearing to have a new room added. These are obvious symptoms of loft conversions, which may drastically change what you can do with your property. A loft conversion, on the other hand, is a significant transformation of a house, and it goes without saying that you may need some convincing before committing to such a procedure.
If you want an additional room in your home, there are various options available, but many individuals prefer to relocate rather than renovate. While the temptation is evident, the reality is that relocating costs a lot of money and takes a lot of labor and time. By choosing a loft conversion over a relocation, you will not only save money, but you will also see a considerable return on your investment.
Different properties demand a different approach to loft conversion installation. At Loft Conversions Great Wakering, we can assist you in selecting the best one for your house. Our designers and craftsmen will guide you through the many possibilities and give trustworthy advise on how to approach the job. We will work with your initial concept to design a loft conversion that you will be proud of.
If your current roof space is large enough and you have enough head height, adding roof lights is the cheapest option to convert a loft. Roof light conversions are less expensive than other forms of loft conversions since no alterations to the pitch or contour of the roof are required.
Dormer loft conversions are a great method to add even more space since, while they are somewhat more expensive than a conventional roof light conversion, they may add a considerable amount of extra floor area and headroom.
Hip-to-gable loft conversions are only appropriate for homes with free-sloping side roofs. By extending the sloping 'hip' at the side of a home outwards and upwards to form a 'gable' side wall, this style of conversion generates a lot of room. To maximize available area, hip-to-gable loft conversions are typically designed with a back dormer.
This sort of loft conversion has the ability to provide a large amount of additional space and is an excellent method to add a lot of headroom. Furthermore, L-shaped loft conversions provide several arrangement alternatives, such as multiple rooms. An L-shaped loft conversion entails the construction of two dormers that join to form a dormer.
This style of loft conversion is appropriate for most sorts of properties and is commonly found in terraced homes around London. The side walls of mansard loft conversions are often built of bricks to match the existing walls of the home, with slates or tiles used to complete the back façade.
The plasterboard ceiling in the upper rooms of an unconverted loft will slow the spread of fire to the roof area. When an opening is made for the stairs, however, measures must be put in place to decrease the risk.
Loft conversions that are 4.5m above external ground level must have 30-minute fire protection in the floor and walls, including the protected route to an exterior entrance, according to building codes. This frequently entails converting all doors leading from livable rooms to stairs to fire doors. A fire escape window with a clear aperture of at least 45cm x 45cm in each inhabited room is permissible in a cottage. Sprinklers may be a good solution in an open-plan house.
Because your present ceiling joists are unlikely to be sufficient to hold the loft conversion floor, more joists will be required to meet building codes. A structural engineer will determine the separation distance between joists required to support the projected load weight and then describe the size and grade required.
The new joists will span between load-bearing walls and run alongside the current joists. They are often elevated somewhat to avoid contact with the ceiling plaster below. Thicker timbers will be utilized to span the space above window and door openings, keeping strain off the current lintel. To disperse the load, rolled steel joists (RSJs) may be required.
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The minimum height required for a Loft Conversion is 2.2m (from the floor to the highest point in your loft). If you do not have the required height, your ceilings can be lowered on your first floor.
This depends on the size and type of Loft, most loft conversions take around 10-12 weeks. We can give you a more accurate estimation when we see your property.
Loft Conversion cost is determined by the size and type of the project, the features you would like, etc. Our architect will help you achieve the best use of your space within your budget. Most Lofts cost between £25,000 and £60,000.
No - it's safe to carry on living in your house. Our team starts from the scaffolding before the stairs go in. We always try to limit the disruption during the construction process.
Loft Conversions usually fall under the permitted development category therefore planning permission is not normally required. There are some exceptions like conservation areas, flats, or listed buildings. Our in-house surveyors can advise further on planning permission. For more info read our Planning Permission blog.
A party wall agreement is also known as PWA is required if you own semi-detached or terraced property. In simple words, if you are working within or near your neighbor’s boundary then you will need a party wall agreement in place. Click here for more info.
Yes - it will add from 15% to 25% upwards depending on the size, design, and type of Loft. Read more about adding value here.
Yes, all Loft conversions require building regulation approval from the local authority. These regulations are important to ensure the safety measures are in place and they set a protocol of construction and design to follow.
Absolutely yes, we will work with you to achieve your dream new living space.
