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 Sydenham'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 Sydenham.
Loft conversions typically take 4-6 weeks to complete, and you may minimize the inconvenience by having the majority of the work conducted from the outside, accessed via external scaffolding. The interior staircase may be installed in the final week or so, and contractors will just need to stroll around your home after that. Make all of your design decisions before the construction work begins on site. Custom-made goods, such as a staircase or bespoke windows, might take longer to manufacture and cause delays if not purchased early. An expert architect or contractor can assist you in making timely judgments about any bespoke or special-order components. Make it a point to define working hours from the start. Avoid early mornings, late nights, and weekend work, and notify your neighbors when you expect noise and delivery. Inform your builders of any 'off limits' places, as well as whether you have children or pets that must not be allowed out - cats, in particular, like a rooftop roam! Summer is a popular time for construction because of the better weather and longer daylight hours, but your contractor may have more availability and lower pricing during the winter months. Consider the optimum time for you - perhaps you can leave to escape the worst of the noise and disruption? - and be willing to be flexible in order to receive the greatest bargain from your builder.
Dormers are often built out of wood. The roof, side walls (cheeks), and front wall that faces the garden are the major components of a dormer. There are two techniques to support the cheeks: The rafters can be doubled and welded together, and the cheeks built off the rafters. If the dormer width means that the cheeks are at the roof's margins, the cheeks can be brought down to the floor and supported by the floor joists (which are doubled), a beam, or, in certain situations, the party or exterior walls.
Sound insulation between livable rooms is necessary. The building control authority may also request that sound insulation between the converted loft and the neighbor's loft be enhanced in the case of a terraced or semi-detached dwelling. If they believe it is required, the building control body may request a test, however, this is contingent on the neighbors granting access to the testers. To create sound insulation between the homes, the existing party wall will need to be improved.
Loft Conversion Company is the leader in Loft Conversion and house extensions across Sydenham Hill. At Loft Conversion Company, we pride ourselves on providing quality design solutions and our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as one of London's best. We are specialists in bespoke Loft Conversions across Sydenham and around South London. With years of experience, we will convert your unused loft space into a full functional loft that you and your family will love. Our team has designed and built many custom loft conversions in Sydenham which are fully catered to the client’s personal requirements and taste. Whether you need an additional bedroom, office or another bathroom, your new Loft Conversion offers a natural extension to your existing family home.
Our process includes an initial survey and design followed by architectural drawings and structural calculations. Here are the eight stages in our Loft Conversion Building Process:
The average cost of a Loft Conversion in Sydenham 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 Sydenham, 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 Sydenham 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.