Eastwood Loft Conversion
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Are you fed up with insufficient living space and inadequate, storage?
Do you have an attic in your Eastwood property that’s not being used?
Are you looking to add storage space or living space to your home, without moving or extending outwards?
What would it be like to increase your property’s value by up to 25%
- What’s A Loft Conversion?
- Why Would You Convert Your Attic To An Additional Room?
- What Are The Differences Between Loft Conversions?
- Dormer Style Loft Conversion
- Hip-To-Gable Loft Conversion
- Mansard Style Loft Conversion
- Velux Or Roof Window Loft Conversion
- Which Loft Conversion Is Best For My Home?
- Loft Conversion Services FAQs
A loft conversion may be the best solution for you. Loft conversions have become a popular choice for those who need more space, particularly for growing families and people who can’t afford to move to larger houses. It’s cheaper than moving house and can increase your home’s value significantly. A Loft Conversion can boost your property’s value by up to 25%, making it very likely that you will make money on your loft conversion long term.
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’s A Loft Conversion?
A loft conversion or roof extension in Eastwood is a cost-effective way to add more space to your home. You already have the space in your home, and it is waiting to be used. You can transform the unused loft space into an additional space that you can use. 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 Would You Convert Your Attic To An Additional Room?
A loft conversion can bring many benefits to your home. One of the main benefits it will give you is more living space. If your family is growing then a new room might be what you need. You may also want to be able welcome your family members on weekends or holidays. This space could also be used to create a private gym for your family or a playroom for your kids. 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 can increase your property’s value by as much as 25%. This makes them a great investment for the future.
- Your loft conversion is customisable to fit your individual needs and requirements.
- Modern loft conversions are energy efficient, so you can have a more comfortable living space that is also environmentally friendly.
- You don’t need to move house. A loft conversion is an excellent way to add space to your home without moving.
- A loft conversion can help you make the most of the space that you have instead of adding or extending.
- Loft conversions often feature skylights and Velux Windows, which provide more natural light and allow for brighter living spaces.
- Your loft conversion can accommodate a variety needs. These include bedrooms and bathrooms as well as home offices and playrooms.
- A loft conversion requires less maintenance than a traditional extension. It is therefore a low-maintenance solution for adding extra space to your house.
If you have further questions about our loft conversion services in Eastwood get in touch today to book a free quotation.
What Are The Differences Between 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 another popular type of loft conversion. They are a great way to expand your house at a low cost.
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. These loft conversions are usually eligible under your permitted developments rights.
Hip-To-Gable Loft Conversion
Although this might seem like a complicated name, it is actually quite simple. A hip-to–gable loft conversion simply involves the raising of one roof hip to provide more space below the floor.
The existing gable is used to build a new vertical wall, which allows for significant room height increases.
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 of converting your loft is more aesthetic than a traditional dormer extension, as it blends into the existing structure.
Mansard loft conversions add the greatest value to your house because of the extent of the work involved and the added 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 most straightforward way to convert your loft. Because roof windows don’t require roof reconstruction, they are very popular. The framework is left intact. You simply need to fit a skylight inside the roof’s membrane. The Velux window acts like a skylight, allowing natural light into your attic.
Which Loft Conversion Is Best For My Eastwood Home?
Not every type of loft conversion is suitable for every house. Dormer or Velux, are suitable for all kinds of property. Mansard lofts, however, are better suited for semi-detached or detached homes due to the extra construction space they require.
The same applies to hip-to-gable lofts. They are best suited for detached, semi-detached and end-terraced houses.
If you have further questions about our loft conversion services in Eastwood get in touch today to book a free quotation.
Loft Conversion Services FAQs
Is a loft conversion tax deductible?
If you were converting a new room such as an extension or loft conversion, you can also claim tax relief through capital allowances on items such as insulation, electrical wiring and plumbing.
Do you have to raise a roof for a loft conversion?
A 'stick' framed roof offers you room to expand into a conversion whereas a 'truss' framed roof usually means you need to add height before a conversion can take place. This is why many turn to a roof lift and whilst most can be raised, it's still important to note that this isn't a possibility for all.
Do I need permission to build a loft conversion?
Most loft conversions are considered permitted development, which means you won't need to get planning permission as long as the building work fits certain criteria. So, if you're looking to get a simple conversion with roof windows, you generally don't need to worry (but it's best to check).
Can a Neighbour object to a loft conversion?
Your neighbours may reject your loft conversion plans due to noise, light, or privacy concerns, which will be taken into consideration by the council. If your planning permission is rejected, you can either appeal or amend your plans, keeping in mind the reasons for rejection.
What is the simplest loft conversion?
The simplest loft conversion is to install Velux windows between the existing rafters within the sloped roof – without making any changes to your roofline. You need to have a high enough ridge line so that you have ample headroom and can make good use of the available floor space.
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