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 East Sheen'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 East Sheen.
Want to have that extra space in your house in East Sheen? Look up to your loft, extend your house upward, and turn your loft into an extra room. Don’t hesitate to turn that loft into a more usable room, it doesn’t only give you extra space to utilize, but it also increases the value of your property in case you might think of selling it in the future. Go with Loft Conversions Company for your loft conversion. We don’t only build your loft; we create your loft into something you would truly appreciate and love.
Most simple modifications will not require official planning permission. Instead, many projects are granted under what is known as permitted development (PD) rights - frequently even if you're only adding a little amount of extra space through dormer windows.
Here are the essential principles that your scheme must follow if it is to count as Permitted Development
• You are not permitted to extend above the highest point of the roof.
• To provide seclusion, side-facing windows must be obscure-glazed, and opening parts must be at least 1.7m above floor height.
• Dormers and other expansions (other than hip-to-gable extensions) must be placed back from the original eaves by at least 200mm, unless this is impractical.
• Enlargements are not permitted to overhang the exterior face of the original house's wall, and no verandas, balconies, or elevated platforms are permitted.
• You must utilize materials that are visually comparable to the current house. The entire volume of extensions (for example, dormers, mansards, or hip-to-gables) cannot exceed
• 50m3 (or 40m3 for a terraced house). It should be noted that past roof additions are included in this overall volume.
• Extensions beyond the plane of the roof slope on the elevation facing the roadway are not authorized (rooflights are usually acceptable).
Remember to notify your insurance carrier about building work before you begin. A loft conversion may expose your property to the elements, increasing the likelihood that you may need to file a claim. You should ensure that you have adequate coverage. A loft expansion is also likely to modify the initial value for which you hold insurance on your house. You must notify your insurance carrier and ensure that you have enough buildings and contents insurance.
No, if you're building a loft expansion on a separate property with no shared walls with your neighbor. If you reside on the top floor of a flat, terrace, or semi-detached house, you will almost certainly require a party wall agreement with your close neighbors. This is due to the fact that most construction projects require adjustments to shared walls, chimneys, and roofs that may cause harm to neighboring houses. The Party Wall Act of 1996 offers a method for notifying adjoining owners of construction and safeguarding all parties.
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in East Sheen 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 East Sheen, 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 East Sheen home, call us on 0208 1020 675 or email to ask us any questions.