LOFT CONVERSIONS
Converting the loft can be one of the most cost-effective ways to add extra living space to a home. New rooms within the roof can benefit from sunlight for much of the day, make the most of any views, and can have tremendous character.
The roof space can be the ideal location for a new master bedroom, home office, or playroom, but the new rooms can be suitable for almost any residential use providing you comply with the Building Regulations.
Unlike most extensions, a loft conversion adds space without building over the garden. The main sacrifice is the space required to accommodate a new staircase.
Remember, before you do anything else, check with your designer that a loft conversion is actually viable. The amount of space you will have all depends on the height and pitch of the roof.
LOFT CONVERSION TIMELINE
1. ROOF SPACE INSPECTED FOR SUITABILITY
2. AN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER WILL CONFIRM SUITABILITY & CREATE PLANS
3. THE LOFT IS CLEARED & PREPPED
4. REWIRING IS ASSESSED
5. NEW FLOOR JOISTS FITTED
6. FLOORS ARE INSULATED
7. FLOORBOARDS LAID
8. RAFTERS REINFORCED
9. DORMERS INSTALLED (IF APPLICABLE)
10. ROOFLIGHTS INSTALLED
11. STAIRCASE FITTED
12. DORMERS TILED AND VENTS FITTED
13. WINDOWS FITTED IN DORMERS
14. THE ROOF IS INSULATED
15. PARTITION WALLS ERECTED
16. WALL PLATES AND FIRST FIX
17. ELECTRICS UPGRADED
18. ACCESS PANELS FOR ELECTRICS, WATER & STORAGE
19. WALLS PLASTERBOARDED & ARCHITRAVE/SKIRTING FITTED
20. BATHROOMS (IF INSTALLED) CLAD & EXTRACTION FITTED
21. SECOND FIX, HEATING & FINISHES
22. DECORATING