Loft Conversions in South Darenth, when planned and built properly, can serve as a durable additional space in your home. It has many advantages and value-adding features that will better enhance your home.
A Loft Conversion in South Darenth has much to offer. It will give your property more space without compromising your outdoor areas, such as your driveway or garden. A Loft Conversion will increase your space vertically, and this will result in your property’s value increasing as well by 20%-25% depending on the space of your loft, the location of your property, and the type of Loft Conversion done to your space. It is also an added factor if your loft has cool features like a Juliet Balcony or large skylights that make your loft a more comfortable and inviting feel.
To make sure that the Loft Conversion is undergone in a safe way, it is important to consult and review with your Loft Conversion service provider on the measurements and permits that are required, if any. Based on Permitted Development Rights, a Loft Conversion allows you to increase your roof space by up to 50 cubic meters for Semi-Detached and Detached homes or 40 cubic meters for End-of-Terraced housing. This is under the condition that the said space has not been already used previously for a different loft or space in your home. If you're able to meet these space requirements, the process of a Loft Conversion is a lot easier since there will be less paperwork needed and there will be no planning permission needed from local authorities. If your home already has an existing attic space that can easily be converted, a Loft Conversion will allow you to forego securing necessary permits as long as it meets the minimum height requirement of 2.2 meters. If your property in South Darenth does not meet these otherwise, there is no need to worry. A Loft Conversion is still possible and these can be worked around on. Necessary adjustments can be made and permits can be secured with the help of Loft Conversions Company.
The Pitch of your Roof
The structure and pitch of your roof will affect the amount of work and suitable type of Loft Conversion for your home. Typically, homes have either one of the two roof structures: Traditional Roof or Trussed Rafter Roof. These will affect your Loft Conversion in Staplehurst because of the angles and roof space each provides that will be converted into your potential loft. In comparison, Trussed Rafter Roofs are more challenging to work around and will require more structural changes. A Traditional Roof on your South Darenth home, on the other hand, is less complicated to work on. Though will be additional beams to support the structure of your new loft, it will be an easier process since it will focus more on adding support, rather than restructuring and adjusting to the flatness or steepness of your roof.
Design & Safety Hazards
Considering your design and implementing the functionality of these is definitely important. This is especially a relevant factor to consider if you have young children and toddlers in the house. You will want to consider if you want large skylights and a balcony built into your loft. Another thing to also potentially review is baby-proofing options to add to your loft, like baby gates and safety rails. You want your loft to be a space for the whole family. Your added stairwell and accessibility to your loft is also an aspect to be considered not only for children but also for elder family members. It is possible that your loft will have a connected staircase that is steeper or higher to climb, so considering these things and finding adjustments is necessary to make it a win-win situation for all.
The three main types of Loft Conversions are:
Dormer Loft Conversion
This is the most common type of Loft Conversion done by residents in South Darenth. It is so popular that it is also done by a lot of homeowners in surrounding areas of Kent. The different types of Dormer Loft Conversions are, the Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversion, L Shaped Loft Conversion, Two-Window Dormer Loft Conversion, etc. In essence, the Dormer Loft Conversion elevates your space by increasing height and headspace to create your loft. Dormer Loft Conversions are usually added to the rear end of your home, but can also be worked around to be added to the front or side of your home if planning permissions permit.
Internal Loft Conversion
Internal Loft Conversions are the cheapest and quickest option among other types of Loft Conversions. This is because it will not require major structural changes. The biggest addition that will happen to your loft with an Internal Loft Conversion is adding skylights and windows that follow your roof structure to avoid making your loft a dark and uninviting space. As much as possible, you would want your loft to be well-utilized and lived in.
Removal and Build Loft Conversion
A Removal and Build Loft Conversion gives a lot of additional space to your home. A Removal Loft Conversion is usually done through a Mansard Loft Conversion, where one (or both) slopes of your roof will be replaced with a structure fit enough for a loft. A Build Loft Conversion, on the other hand, is suitable mostly for Bungalows or Flats.
A Loft Conversion starts with a conversation. Loft Conversions Company offers consultations and site surveys, free of charge. It is our promise to deliver quality and lasting lofts for your South Darenth home.
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in South Darenth 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 South Darenth, 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 South Darenth home, call us on 0208 1020 675 or email to ask us any questions.