The loft_attic space of most homes is almost always unused space .Converting your loft to form extra rooms to increase the living space is very popular. However, the structural design and build of a loft conversion is often more complicated than a simple extension Start to Finish design and build service takes care of Local authority Planning permission and building regulation applications for your loft/attic conversion or roof extension and can match the existing architectural features of your of your home in most cases and keep the roof projection as unobtrusive as possible.
It takes time To get the best possible solution for your idea of a loft conversion roof extension or structural alteration as a design and build builder we will be responsible to you for the project from start to finish, design only responsible for the design but not the execution of the work or build only responsible for the execution of the work but not the design. Ball park current prices
It Pays to get on with your neighbours Unless you live in a field miles from anyone, you need to consult your neighbours early and keep them informed of your proposals, be mindful of the fears they may have and try to allay them, be aware that the Party Wall Act 1996 will apply to you if you live in a semi detached, terrace or flat.
Plans For your loft conversion, roof extension plans we use computer aided drawing which assist collaborating online with you the client some enlightened Local Authorities, to produce clear easy-to-follow structural and thermal insulation calculations that need to be submitted with your building regulation application we use SuperBeam ProSteel and make the necessary applications on your behalf to the Local Authority or any other bone fide party for their consideration.
Estimates To help us compute accurate and competitive estimates free we use Esti-mate, Quotation's are only provided from approved drawings completion times provided are dependant on the weather, availability of materials, labour and finance from the client. We encourage you to obtain between 3-6 estimates for your project from reputable builders.
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Molesey Loft Conversion, every cloud has a silver lining, the roof on this property caught fire so the client
Loft-attic conversions design has moved on a bit since the early days
Byfleet Loft conversion, front and rear facing dormers to this bungalow providing additional bedroom accommodation.
Hersham Village Loft conversion, steel being hoisted into position, normally through a hole in the roof slope 450mmsquare
The longer and higher the Ridge ( the top most horizontal piece of
timber in a traditional timber roof )is above the ceiling joists (the
lowest horizontal piece of timber in a traditional timber roof )the more
chance you have of having a loft conversion that is aesthetically
pleasing Bronbuild recommend a minimum distance of between the underside
of the ridge and the top of ceiling joists 2.5 m
Between 4-8 weeks depending on complexity
If the volume of your loft does
not increase probably no If the volume your roof extension increases
probably yes depending on orientation of the roof extension and other
planning considerations If in doubt check with Local Authority
All structural alterations need building
regulation approval
If you live in a semi detached , terrace or a flat
in a multi storey building YES in other cases Check with the Party Wall
Act 1996
Let your
lender know of your proposal
Check for restrictive covenants that may apply to your property
Check that article 4 is not in force in
your area preventing some normally permitted development rights
The Green belt , Conservation areas and Areas of outstanding natural
beauty normally need special consideration check with Local Authority
Check the existing structure is strong
enough to support the additional loading
Make sure the requirements of the Party Wall act have been dealt with
properly
Get the necessary Building Regulation and
Town Planning approvals before commencing any work