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Are you frustrated with the lack of living space, and insufficient storage?
Are you a Burmantofts resident with an unused attic?
Are you looking to add storage space or living space to your home, without moving or extending outwards?
Imagine if you could increase your property’s value by up to 25 percent.
- What’s A Loft Conversion?
- Why Should I Convert My Attic Into An Additional Room?
- What Are The Different Types Of Loft Conversions?
- Dormer Style Loft Conversion
- Hip-To-Gable Style Loft Conversion
- Mansard Style Loft Conversion
- Roof Window Or Velux Loft Conversion
- What Type Of Loft Conversion Is Best Suited To My House?
- Loft Conversion Frequently Asked Questions
A Loft conversion could be the answer that you are looking for. Loft conversions are a popular way to increase the space in a house without expanding its footprint. Especially for a growing family who cannot afford to move to a bigger house You can make your home more spacious without moving, and it is cheaper than buying a new home. Your Loft Conversion can increase your property’s value by as much as 25%, which means that you will be able to make money over the long-term from your loft conversion.
Whether you are looking to add an extra guest bedroom, a teenage den, a home gym, a home office or a stunning master suite, there are many ways that a loft conversion can be utilised.
What’s A Loft Conversion?
Loft conversions and roof extensions in Burmantofts are a cost effective way to increase the space in your home. You already have the space in your home, and it is waiting to be used. Your loft can be transformed into a useful space that you use every day. You can transform it into a master or guest bedroom with an ensuite, an office, a hobby or games room, childs bedroom, a home cinema or even a gym.
Why Should I Convert My Attic Into An Additional Room?
Loft conversions are a great addition for any home. One of the biggest benefits is that it will allow you to have more living space. If your family is growing then you may be looking at adding another room. Perhaps you simply want to have the space to host family members over weekends and holidays. This area could also be used as a luxury private gym or playroom for your children. Converting your loft will improve the value of your home as well as increasing ypuir living space. Loft conversions also have other benefits including:
- Loft conversions are a great way for you to increase the value of your property. They can add up to 25% on its value.
- You can customise your loft conversion to suit your needs and preferences.
- Loft conversions have been designed to be more environmentally friendly and comfortable.
- No need to relocate. If you love the area and your home, but you want more space, a loft conversion is a great solution.
- You can make more of what you have, and not need to add or remodel.
- Skylights and Velux windows allow for more natural light. This allows for a larger living area and brighter spaces.
- Loft conversions can be designed to meet a wide range of needs. They can be used as bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices, or playrooms.
- A loft conversion is more cost-effective than a traditional extension as it requires less maintenance.
If you have further questions about our Burmantofts loft conversion services contact us today to get a free quotation.
What Are The Different Types Of Loft Conversions?
The type of loft conversion that you can create depends on the type of house that you live in. The area you live in will also determine what sort of planning permission is required. You can include, bathrooms, wet rooms or stunning natural light designs and much more.
There are 4 main types of loft conversions that can be done: Dormer Loft Conversion, Hip to Gable Loft Conversion, Mansard Loft Conversion and Velux Loft Conversion. Each has advantages and disadvantages depending on which type will work best with your existing house structure.
Dormer Style Loft Conversion
Dormer loft conversions are a popular type of conversion in the UK, along with Velux loft conversions. They are the best way for you to expand your home at an affordable price.
To increase the loft’s height, the roof slope is modified to create vertical walls and a flat roof. If you are tall, you will feel more at home in your loft. These loft conversions can usually be made under your permitted development rights.
Hip-To-Gable Style Loft Conversion
Although it might sound strange, this type of conversion is actually much simpler than you may think. A hip to gable loft conversion consists of raising one portion of the roof’s hip so that the room has more space underneath.
It is possible to create a new vertical walls from the existing gables, giving rise to significant height gains.
Mansard Style Loft Conversion
A mansard loft is where one half the property’s roof is removed and replaced with a new roof. The other roof structure remains intact.
This method is more pleasing to the eye than a dormer addition because it fits in the existing house structure.
Mansard lofts can increase your home’s value due to their extensive nature and added space. You will need to submit a full application for planning permission to your Local Planning Authority due the significant restructuring they entail.
Roof Window Or Velux Loft Conversion
This is the most straightforward way to convert your loft. Roof windows are very popular as they don’t require any roof restructuring. The roof framework will remain as is. All you have to do is install a skylight in the roof’s liner. Natural light will make your attic more useful as the Velux window acts like a skylight.
What Type Of Loft Conversion Is Best Suited To My House?
All types of loft conversions may not be suitable for every home. Mansard Loft conversions are more suitable for semi-detached and detached homes, whereas velux and dormer lofts work for all types of properties.
Also, hip to-gable loft conversions suit semi-detached, detached, or end-terraced properties for the same reasons.
If you have further questions about our Burmantofts loft conversion services contact us today to get a free quotation.
Loft Conversion Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy a house with a loft conversion without building regulations?
Loft Conversion No Building Regs? Get specialist legal support when buying a house where the seller hasn't registered the loft conversion at the Local Authority. Ignoring the issue could cause you to lose money on a future sale.
What type of roof is best for loft conversion?
Dormer loft conversion The most popular type of loft conversion is a simple flat roof dormer. This is a structural extension which projects vertically from the slope of the existing roof, creating a box shape.
Is it cheaper to do a loft conversion or an extension?
In general a loft conversion is much cheaper and more straightforward than building a brand new extension. But, the more sophisticated the loft design is, the higher the cost and level of disruption.Home extensions vs loft conversions - what's right for you?
Why can't you use the loft in a new build house?
Builder Says No!? The reason for this is that they do not want you to remove or compress the mineral wool insulation that been installed and compromise the buildings overall thermal performance. They might also state the loft is not capable of carrying storage loads.
Why is my loft conversion so cold?
If you're wondering why your loft conversion is so cold, it's likely down to an issue with your insulation. Heat rises which is why many people struggle with their loft being hot. But if there is not adequate insulation, this heat cannot stay in the house.
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