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 Dollis Hill'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 Dollis Hill.
A professional, high-quality loft conversion can unquestionably increase the value of your home, regardless of its type. Of course, the decision to undergo a loft conversion will ultimately be determined by how much time and money you are willing to invest. Consider the average prices for essentials such as preparing the existing loft for conversion, any rewiring, access arrangements, and fitting both flooring and roof windows when determining your budget. You should contact several architects or loft conversion specialists to obtain the most competitive quotes for each of these processes, then base your budget on the top three.
A Party Wall Agreement is required for anyone beginning a project that will affect an adjoining property. The planning rules for extensions have been significantly relaxed in recent years, but even homes that are extended under Permitted Development rights may still require a Party Wall Agreement. "Party Wall Agreements ensure that your neighbor does not suffer loss or damage to their property as a result of your project, and allow them to limit disruption by influencing working hours and access. Poorly executed structural alterations are a common cause of cracking and movement and have even been implicated in the collapse of adjoining buildings, which is why the Party Wall Act is such a serious issue. The Act and the agreement are in place to protect neighboring properties and any disputes that may arise during the course of the work.
"Before beginning any physical construction on-site, you must first serve the adjoining owner(s) with a formal written notification, known as a Party Wall Agreement."This is usually necessary a few months before work begins (in some cases one month is sufficient, but the more notice you can provide the better). Although a solicitor or surveyor can submit this initial notice on your behalf, retaining control at this early stage is often preferable. Before you or your surveyor issues the required notice, talk to your neighbors about your proposed extension to put their minds at ease.
If your project is covered by the Act, you can serve a Party Wall Notice on your neighbors yourself or hire a Party Wall Surveyor (more on which below). Surprisingly, it does not have to be an official legal document, though it must include certain key information, drawings, and work details. You can get the necessary Party Wall Notice forms online. You serve the Notice with a letter outlining your intentions, which you send to the owners of every affected neighboring property.
A loft conversion can be used for almost any purpose. You may intend to use the space as a home office or a hobby room, in which case plenty of natural light will be required. This will necessitate careful consideration of how and where you place your roof windows. This could include installing a new bathroom, wetroom, or en-suite. The most reliable way to add value and sellability is to define the space as a valuable, usable area, such as a new bedroom.
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in Dollis Hill 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 Dollis Hill, 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 Dollis Hill 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.