Loft conversions. What and how?
The why
Loft conversions? What good are they? Think about this; a loft conversion can add up to 20% to your property's value. Usually, families convert lofts to have more living space and avoid having to move to another home.
Not only would you be leveraging some pounds by not moving, but you will also be adding value to your property. Converting the loft into an office space is a great way to save time. You can work out of your home office. It is a very convenient usable space to have. Besides, after the Covid-19 pandemic, transitioning back to normalcy will most certainly be hard. It is likely that many people will be required to continue working from home. An office space at home makes it easier to concentrate and increase productivity.
Can You DIY The Loft Conversion?
The process of loft conversion is not easy. It may be so complex as to require a sign off from building regulations and involving the planning department. With the right skills, the correct information, and careful planning, it is possible to try a DIY conversion.
However, it is not advisable. With experts involved, some of the trickier aspects become easier to tackle, and the number of specialists required becomes easier to locate.
What Zekon Provides
Our job is to ensure that your loft conversion is possible and that it is done right. We appoint
an architect, technician, or building surveyor to get the necessary drawings and designs.
We then get the approvals, where required, and task our team of builders to make the conversion
happen perfectly.
Our well-trained employees are tasked with ensuring that the loft becomes a part of your home. We
pay close attention to all fine details to make your dreams come true. With our free consulting
service, it should be quite easy to get you what you need, when you need it.
We bring experience, assistance with the paperwork, design, and engineering specifications.
What Do You Do With the Space?
The first step in doing a loft conversion is the assessment. This step tells you whether your roof space is good enough for a conversion. For this, you will want to get experts who know what they are doing.
If you work with Zekon, we will start by checking your internal height, the roof pitch, and the footprint. These are just the main points. We mentioned that it could be an office or living space. However, the ideas for what your loft can be are many.
It could be an extra bedroom with a bathroom, it could be a den, a study, a personal home theatre, a guestroom, or playroom for children. Keep in mind the space and ceiling angles, will dictate what type of furniture you will have and what the loft can be. Most often, it is well-suited to be a space for sleeping, play, or an office.
What about Cost?
At any given time, the cost depends on several factors, unique to each home. They include things like the existing roof structure and pitch, the remodelling work that will need to be done, any alterations to accommodate a new staircase, and other specific details that will all be made available to our client.
Will You Need Planning Permission for a Loft Conversion?
Sometimes, you might. Usually, loft conversions are considered Permitted Development, but the design you choose will have to stay in line and within the parameters specified by the law.
If you want to expand and go beyond what is covered under Permitted Development, you will need to apply for planning permission. We know and understand the rules. We know when you need permissions and when you do not.
Hiring our services will ensure that none of this headache gets on your plate. At Zekon, we are prompt, professional, and highly qualified. Find out what we can do by getting a free consultation.