Loft Conversion Calverley
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Are you fed up with your lack of living space and, inadequate storage?
Have you got an attic that isn’t being used in your Calverley house?
Are you looking for additional storage or living space within your home that doesn’t require you to move or expand outwards?
How would it feel to increase your property’s value by as much as 25%?
- What Is A Loft Conversion?
- Why Should I Convert My Attic Into An Additional Room?
- What Are The Types Of Loft Conversions Available?
- Dormer Loft Conversion
- Hip-To-Gable Style Loft Conversion
- Mansard Loft Conversion
- Velux Loft Conversion
- What Type Of Loft Conversion Would Be Best Suited For My Home?
- Loft Conversion Services Frequently Asked Questions
A loft conversion may be the best solution for you. Loft conversions have become a popular choice for those who need more space, particularly for growing families and people who can’t afford to move to larger houses. It's cheaper than moving house and can increase your home's value significantly. Loft conversions can increase the value of your home by up to 25%, meaning that you’re likely to make more money over the long term from your loft conversion.
Whether you are looking to add a home gym, an extra guest bedroom, a stunning master suite, a home office or a teenage den, there are many ways that a loft conversion can be utilised.
What Is A Loft Conversion?
A roof extension or loft conversion in Calverley is a great way to create extra space in your home cost effectively. The space is already there and waiting to be used. You can make the dead space in your loft into a useful space! It can be converted into a master room with an ensuite, a guest room, an office, a kids’ bedroom or playroom, hobby room, a gym, or even a home theater!
Why Should I Convert My Attic Into An Additional Room?
Loft conversions are a great addition for any home. One of the biggest benefits is that it will allow you to have more living space. You may need another room if you have a growing family. Perhaps you want to be close to family on weekends and holidays. This space could also be used to create a private gym for your family or a playroom for your kids. Converting your attic can not only increase your home’s living space but also increase its resale value. Other benefits of loft conversions include:
- You can add value to your property by converting your loft into a living space. A loft conversion can dramatically increase the home’s value by up to 25%. It is a great way to invest for the future.
- Your loft conversion can also be customised to your requirements and needs, so that you have the ideal space for your life.
- Loft conversions can be designed to save you money and make your home more energy-efficient.
- You don’t need to move house. A loft conversion is an excellent way to add space to your home without moving.
- A loft conversion can help you make the most of the space that you have instead of adding or extending.
- Many loft conversions include skylights, Velux windows and other features that increase natural light. This creates a brighter, open-plan living space and allows for more natural sunlight.
- Your loft conversion may be tailored to fit a range of needs from bedrooms and bathrooms to home offices or playrooms.
- A loft conversion requires less maintenance than a traditional extension. It is therefore a low-maintenance solution for adding extra space to your house.
For a FREE no-obligation quote for any of our loft conversion services in Calverley get in touch today.
What Are The Types Of Loft Conversions Available?
The type of loft conversion that you can create depends on the type of house that you live in. The area you live in will also determine what sort of planning permission is required. You can include, bathrooms, wet rooms or stunning natural light designs and much more.
There are 4 main types of loft conversions that can be done: Dormer Loft Conversion, Hip to Gable Loft Conversion, Mansard Loft Conversion and Velux Loft Conversion. Each has advantages and disadvantages depending on which type will work best with your existing house structure.
Dormer Loft Conversion
Dormer loft conversions are another popular type of loft conversion. They are a great way to expand your house at a low cost.
The roof’s sloped side can be altered to create vertical walls and a flat roof to increase the area’s underhead height. Your new loft will make you feel more comfortable, especially if you are tall. These loft conversions are usually eligible under your permitted developments rights.
Hip-To-Gable Style Loft Conversion
Although this might seem like a complicated name, it is actually quite simple. A hip-to gable loft conversion is simply an elevation of one side of the roof’s hip in order to increase the underhead space.
The existing gable is used to build a new vertical wall, which allows for significant room height increases.
Mansard Loft Conversion
A mansard loft is where one half the property’s roof is removed and replaced with a new roof. The other roof structure remains intact.
This conversion is much more beautiful than a dormer extensions because it seamlessly fits into the existing structure of your house.
Because of their extensive nature and real added space, Mansard loft conversions are a great way to increase the value of your home. Due to the substantial restructuring they involve, you will need to apply for full planning permission from your local Planning Authority.
Velux Loft Conversion
This is the most straightforward way to convert your loft. Roof windows are very popular as they don’t require any roof restructuring. The framework is left intact. You simply need to fit a skylight inside the roof’s membrane. As a skylight, the Velux windows will let in natural light which will greatly benefit your attic.
What Type Of Loft Conversion Would Be Best Suited For My Home?
All types of loft conversions may not be suitable for every home. Mansard Loft conversions are more suitable for semi-detached and detached homes, whereas velux and dormer lofts work for all types of properties.
Also, hip to-gable loft conversions suit semi-detached, detached, or end-terraced properties for the same reasons.
For a FREE no-obligation quote for any of our loft conversion services in Calverley get in touch today.
Loft Conversion Services Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy a house with a loft conversion without building regulations?
Loft Conversion No Building Regs? Get specialist legal support when buying a house where the seller hasn't registered the loft conversion at the Local Authority. Ignoring the issue could cause you to lose money on a future sale.
What type of roof is best for loft conversion?
Dormer loft conversion The most popular type of loft conversion is a simple flat roof dormer. This is a structural extension which projects vertically from the slope of the existing roof, creating a box shape.
Is it cheaper to do a loft conversion or an extension?
In general a loft conversion is much cheaper and more straightforward than building a brand new extension. But, the more sophisticated the loft design is, the higher the cost and level of disruption.Home extensions vs loft conversions - what's right for you?
Why can't you use the loft in a new build house?
Builder Says No!? The reason for this is that they do not want you to remove or compress the mineral wool insulation that been installed and compromise the buildings overall thermal performance. They might also state the loft is not capable of carrying storage loads.
Why is my loft conversion so cold?
If you're wondering why your loft conversion is so cold, it's likely down to an issue with your insulation. Heat rises which is why many people struggle with their loft being hot. But if there is not adequate insulation, this heat cannot stay in the house.
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