Loft Conversions Company manages every aspect of loft conversion from drawing architectural plans right through to completion of all finishing trades, leaving the completed Loft Conversion ready for decoration. As Bowes Park's leading Loft Conversion specialist, we have been transforming homes for over two decades building hundreds of fantastic living spaces to suit your lifestyle and needs. With us, you will get a cost-effective Loft Conversion that will add value to your property in Bowes Park.
Dormer loft conversions are one of the most common types of loft conversions and are often one of the first loft conversion ideas that come to mind. They protrude vertically from the roof's slope and use standard windows rather than rooflights. They are useful where the pitch angle is high because they increase the useful floor area. There are several variations available:
• A single dormer loft conversion is similar to a rooflight loft conversion in that it adds useful head height. French doors and a small balcony are sometimes included.
• Dormer loft conversions of double or full width: These are typically flat-roofed and span the entire width of the building. They may include full-height glazing and some very modern features.
• Flat-roofed dormer loft conversion: This type of loft conversion is inexpensive and adds a lot of usable internal space. It is especially well-suited to terraced homes with limited loft space.
• Gabled dormer loft conversions are more aesthetically pleasing than flat-roofed alternatives. Gabled (or pitched) dormers with full-height glazing can be placed at the back and side of the house. They are typically more expensive than flat-roof dormer conversions. Dormer loft conversions typically cost between £40,000 and £45,000.
According to loft conversion experts, the maximum value add-on of 20-25 percent is likely only if you create 'the perfect self-contained sleeping space' in your attic, that is, a bedroom with an ensuite. And this will only work in areas with a scarcity of larger, family homes. If you already live in an area where spacious, multi-bedroom homes are plentiful, a loft conversion is unlikely to increase the value of your home.
Before party wall construction can begin, the homeowner (Building Owner) must obtain a written Party Wall Agreement from all affected neighbors (Adjoining Owners). Alternatively, a surveyor must be appointed to prepare a Party Wall Award (the agreed document outlining how the works should progress). With our free Party Wall Surveyor service, you can instantly find qualified local Party Wall Surveyors and request quotes. To begin this process, the homeowner must serve a written Party Wall Notice on their neighbors informing them of the planned party wall work.
Serving a party wall notice can be done for free using appropriate standard forms, or for a flat fee by a party wall surveyor. A letter of acknowledgment is usually included for the neighbor to complete and return. A homeowner is required to provide two months' written notice for building work that affects a party wall or boundary, or one month's notice for excavations. Serving a Party Wall notice does not require planning permission, and once served, the homeowner has up to a year to begin work.
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in Bowes Park is between £40,000 to £90,000. (in 2022) The most common type of Loft Conversion is the dormer as it adds the most space and best light to your property. A loft conversion will not only give you extra space but also enhance your living space on your property. A loft conversion price depends on many factors such as type of the conversion, type of the roof you have, type of the lighting you want in the loft, the type of windows required, the size of the project, fixtures and fittings, nature of the exterior, client's personal requirements and the site's location. If you want to know the exact cost of your Loft Conversion in Bowes Park, you will need to book a site survey or send us your drawings and our loft specialist will review them and get back to you with a quotation.
If you would like to discuss the ways in which a Loft Conversion could enhance your Bowes Park home, call us on 0208 1020 675 or email to ask us any questions. For a free site survey and design consultation please fill out the form on the right and our team will get back to you as quickly as possible.