Loft Conversion Westborough
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If you’re looking for professional loft conversion services from a trusted and experienced local company, look no further. Our team are professional local loft conversion specialists covering Westborough and the surrounding areas who will deliver a high-quality solution that will exceed your expectations.
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Are you frustrated by a lack of living space, and not enough storage space?
Are you looking for a way to make your Westborough home more spacious?
Do you need extra living space or storage in your home without having to move or extend outwards?
It would be amazing to see your property increase in value by 25%.
- What’s A Loft Conversion?
- Why Convert Your Attic Into An Additional Room?
- What Are The Types Of Loft Conversions Available?
- Dormer Style Loft Conversion
- Hip-To-Gable Loft Conversion
- Mansard Loft Conversion
- Velux Or Roof Window Loft Conversion
- What Type Of Loft Conversion Is Best Suited To My House?
- Loft Conversion Frequently Asked Questions
Then a loft conversion might be the solution you are looking for. 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. The cost of converting a loft is less than moving home and it also allows you to increase your living space without affecting any of your surrounding property, it can also help increase the value of your house. Loft conversions can increase the value of your home by up to 25%, meaning that you’re likely to make more money over the long term from your loft conversion.
Whether you are looking to add a home office, a stunning master suite, a teenage den, an extra guest bedroom or a home gym, there are many ways that a loft conversion can be utilised.
What’s A Loft Conversion?
Loft conversions and roof extensions in Westborough are a cost effective way to increase the space in your home. The space is already there and waiting to be used. You can make the dead space in your loft into a useful space! 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 Convert Your Attic Into An Additional Room?
Loft conversions can be a great addition 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. Other benefits of converting your loft include:
- You can add value to your property by converting your loft into a living space. A loft conversion can dramatically increase the home’s value by up to 25%. It is a great way to invest for the future.
- You can customise your loft conversion to suit your needs and preferences.
- Loft conversions have been designed to be more environmentally friendly and comfortable.
- There’s no need to move, if you love your house and its location but require more space, a loft conversion can be a great option.
- Loft conversions can be a great way for you to make the most of your space, instead of having to expand or move to a new home.
- Skylights and Velux windows allow for more natural light. This allows for a larger living area and brighter spaces.
- Your loft conversion has the ability to be adapted to a variety of uses, including bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices.
- 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 Westborough get in touch today to get a free quotation.
What Are The 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 rank alongside Velux loft conversions as one of the most sought-after types of conversions in Britain. These are the most cost-effective way to increase your home’s size.
To increase the loft’s height, the roof slope is modified to create vertical walls and a flat roof. Your new loft will make your life easier, especially if you are tall. 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 is simply an elevation of one side of the roof’s hip in order to increase the underhead space.
It is possible to create a new vertical walls from the existing gables, giving rise to significant height gains.
Mansard 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 conversion is much more beautiful than a dormer extensions because it seamlessly fits into the existing structure of your house.
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.
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. Your roof frame will stay the same, so all you need to do is insert a skylight directly into your roof’s covering. Your attic will benefit greatly from natural sunlight as the Velux glass acts as a rooflight.
What Type Of Loft Conversion Is Best Suited To My House in Westborough?
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 Westborough get in touch 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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