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Are you frustrated with the lack of living space, and insufficient storage?
Have you got an attic that isn’t being used in your Walton house?
Do you want extra storage or living space in your house but unable to move or extend outwards?
How would it feel to increase your property’s value by as much as 25%?
- What Is A Loft Conversion?
- Why Would You Convert Your Attic To An Additional Room?
- What Are The Main Types Of Loft Conversions Available?
- Dormer Style Loft Conversion
- Hip-To-Gable Style Loft Conversion
- Mansard Style Loft Conversion
- Velux Or Roof Window Loft Conversion
- Which Type Of Loft Conversion Is More Suitable For My Home?
- Loft Conversions 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 It is generally less expensive than moving homes and allows you to improve your living space without taking up any of the surrounding property, and it can also significantly increase your home’s value. A Loft Conversion can add up to 25% to your property’s overall value, so you are likely to make money with your loft conversion over time.
There are many ways that a loft conversion can help you add more space to your home, such as a master bedroom or guest room, a home gym, a teenage den, a home office or just to make your home more functional.
What Is A Loft Conversion?
A loft conversion or roof extension in Walton is a cost-effective way to add more space to your home. This space is already inside your home and just waiting to be used. You can make the dead space in your loft into a useful space! You can convert it into a master suite with an ensuite, an office, a bedroom for children, a hobby or games room, or even a home cinema.
Why Would You Convert Your Attic To An Additional Room?
Loft conversions can be a great addition to your home. One of the biggest benefits is that it will allow you to have more living space. You may need another room if you have a growing family. Perhaps you want to be close to family on weekends and holidays. You can also make this space a great place for your children to play or create your own private gym. In any case, your attic conversion will increase both your living space as well as your homes resale value. 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.
- Your loft conversion can also be customised to your requirements and needs, so that you have the ideal space for your life.
- 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.
- Loft conversions are a great way of making better use of space in your home.
- Loft conversions often feature skylights and Velux Windows, which provide more natural light and allow for brighter living spaces.
- Your loft conversion may be tailored to fit a range of needs from bedrooms and bathrooms to home offices or playrooms.
- You will have a lower maintenance cost because a loft conversion doesn’t require as much work as a traditional extension.
If you have further questions about our Walton loft conversion services get in touch today to get a free quote.
What Are The Main Types Of Loft Conversions Available?
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 have become a very popular choice of conversions in the UK. These are the most cost-effective way to increase your home’s size.
The sloped roof side is modified to create vertical walls. A flat roof is added to expand the room’s floor height. Your new loft will make it easier to walk in, especially for tall people. Most of these loft conversions will be eligible under your permissible 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 is simply an elevation of one side of the roof’s hip in order to increase the underhead space.
To increase the room height, a new vertical wall can be built from an existing gable.
Mansard Style Loft Conversion
The mansard loft conversion completely replaces one half of a property’s roof, to give it an additional floor. However, the roof structure on the opposite side is preserved.
This method is more pleasing to the eye than a dormer addition because it fits in the existing house structure.
Mansard loft conversions will add the most value and space to your home due to the nature of the work and the extra space. Because of the extensive restructuring involved, they will require a full planning permission application from your Local Planning Authority.
Velux Or Roof Window Loft Conversion
This is the easiest way to convert your loft. Because they do not require any roofing changes, roof windows are extremely popular. You can leave your roof structure as is and simply fit a skylight into the roof’s lining. As a skylight, the Velux windows will let in natural light which will greatly benefit your attic.
Which Type Of Loft Conversion Is More Suitable For My Home?
All types of loft conversions may not be suitable for every home. Mansard lofts can be used for detached and semi-detached homes. Velux lofts and dormer conversions work for all types of properties.
Similar to the above, hip-to gable loft conversions work best for semi-detached, detached or end terrace homes.
If you have further questions about our Walton loft conversion services get in touch today to get a free quote.
Loft Conversions Frequently Asked Questions
How much value does a loft conversion?
The answer is quite a lot. As a guide, a well built and perfectly appointed loft conversion can add between 10–20% to the value of your home (Nationwide).
How much extra space do you need for a loft conversion?
This not laid out in the Building Regulations (with the exception of head height above the stairs) but you will ideally need at least 2.2m of usable space for a loft conversion. This measurement should be taken from the bottom of the ridge timber in the centre of the loft to the top of the ceiling joist.
Can you convert a loft yourself?
Most people prefer to hire professionals in converting their loft, but you can do it yourself if you have the skills to do the work. But it isn't a simple DIY job. It will take a long time, planning and thinking through to make it plausible.
Do you need Neighbours permission for loft conversion?
You don't need permission from your neighbour for your loft conversion, but you may need to have a Party Wall Agreement if you're converting a loft in a terraced or semi-detached property.
How invasive is a loft conversion?
A loft conversion is one of the least intrusive and cost effective ways of extending your living space. Before you go ahead and start planning, check how easy it will be to extend into your loft space.
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