Loft Conversion Wealdstone

Dormer loft conversions are one of the most popular types of conversions because they work with almost any type of property. The dormer can also be placed on the property's side, back, or sometimes even front. It's also popular because a dormer usually allows for the addition of a bathroom because a shower requires height. The dormer structure is attached to the existing roof using a wooden beam structure and, if necessary, a steel frame. There is also the option of using blocks and brick gables, after which the structure is clad with ply and breathable membranes, with a rubber or GRP flat roof with a 20-year non-leaking guarantee. To ensure that the dormer blends in with the existing structure, matching concrete or slate tiles are used.

Hip-to-gable loft conversions create new space by extending the roof outwards. To accomplish this, we would extend the roof along the hip (the sloping side of the roof) and convert it into the gable (a vertical upright wall). The roof extends from the existing ridge, filling the space between them. This converts the hip into a gable, creating a space in your roof for a loft conversion. The new gable is then tiled to match your existing roof, or a window can be installed in the new gable end to brighten up the space. These types of conversions are excellent for increased interior space. This type of conversion is best suited to semi-detached, detached, and end terrace houses, but it can be done on other property types with a hip roof.

A double hip-to-gable loft conversion can also be done on detached properties with hipped roofs on both sides, creating even more space.

A Velux loft conversion uses the existing space in your loft to create a transformed living space without the need for a dormer or roof extension. Velux windows are then installed in the ceiling to provide plenty of natural light. Velux is the leading manufacturer of roof windows that fit flush with the roof line.

The benefits of this type of dormer include a much lower-end bill and a much shorter construction time than other types, as long as you already have the required space in your loft. An L-shaped dormer loft conversion is formed by connecting two dormers at right angles to form an L shape. This adds the most space and can create multiple rooms, which is ideal for growing families. The property must have plenty of existing space to build the dormers, which is common for Victorian terraced or semi-detached homes.

A loft conversion on a bungalow is frequently a good option because they have so much potential with their large roof space. In a bungalow loft, there is often room to add multiple rooms and a bathroom/en-suite. Again, most bungalow loft conversions have the same square footage as the first floor. Another advantage is that most bungalows are detached or semi-detached, which allows for easier structural changes and easier access for the build.