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 Kentish Town'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 Kentish Town.
Before you go any further, it's a good idea to acquire a property study to ensure that a loft conversion is appropriate for your sort of attic. In general, most lofts can be converted, but there must be enough feasible headroom. A minimum of 2.3m (7 feet 6 inches) from the existing ceiling joists to the peak of the loft is ideal.
As long as the project fulfills construction rules and follows health and safety laws and planning, the stairs can be installed wherever they best meet the demands of the project. However, you should be aware that a single flight cannot have more than 16 stairs; the head height must be at least 2000mm over the length of the flight; and the pitch or slope must be 42 degrees. A fire door must be installed at either the top or bottom, with a certain space (typically 400mm) between the door and the top/bottom tread.
Building requirements must be followed if you are converting a loft. Your architect or designer will advise you on this, but you will most likely follow the 'building notice' procedure, in which the local authority is notified of your construction and inspects at critical stages. If you do not get building regulation permission, the local authorities may take enforcement action, and your property may be more difficult to sell because surveyors look for this when inspecting a home for a buyer. The structural work, fire separation and control, thermal performance, stairs, and windows will all be of interest to the building inspector. The approval of building regulations validates the work's safety and structural suitability.
Building requirements must be followed if you are converting a loft. Your architect or designer will advise you on this, but you will most likely follow the 'building notice' procedure, in which the local authority is notified of your construction and inspects at critical stages. If you do not get building regulation permission, the local authorities may take enforcement action, and your property may be more difficult to sell because surveyors look for this when inspecting a home for a buyer. The structural work, fire separation and control, thermal performance, stairs, and windows will all be of interest to the building inspector. The approval of building regulations validates the work's safety and structural suitability.
A loft conversion may be an excellent method to increase the size and value of your house. But what if you don't require additional room for yourself or your family? Is it feasible to rent out a converted loft and gain extra income? Check your local laws to ensure that renting out your loft conversion is permitted. Check to see whether your insurance coverage covers short-term rentals. To rent out your loft conversion, you may need to seek a specific license or permission in some situations.
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in Kentish Town 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 Kentish Town, 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 Kentish Town home, call us on 0208 1020 675 or email to ask us any questions.