Loft Conversions Earlsfield

Name: LMB Group
Address: 167 Shirley Road, Croydon, CR0 8SS, GB
Telephone: 020 8406 9907

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Loft Conversions Earlsfield

The majority of Earlsfield properties are Victorian terraced houses. Victorian homes are ideal for loft conversions. Many offer spacious roof spaces, making them the perfect choice for a loft conversion Earlsfield. While the head height varies from one property to the next, many Victorian property owners choose a dormer conversion to maximise the head height of their new living space. If you live in a Victorian terraced home, you may want to choose a hip to gable conversion, if you live at the end of the terrace.

What Are Dormer Loft Conversions?

Dormer loft conversions involves a box shaped structure that is added to the pitched roof of your home, creating a ninety degree angled wall. This expands the head space and maximises the floorspace of your new living area.

What Are Hip to Gable Loft Conversions?

Hip to gable loft conversions are often recommended for end of terraced homes. This involves altering the roof to create a vertical gable wall that increases the head space. This loft conversion Earlsfield increases floor space and head room.

Will a Loft Conversion Earlsfield Add Value to My Home?

A loft conversion can add value to your home, depending on how you intend using the space. It will not automatically add value, though evidence does show that smaller homes that convert their unused loft into a double en-suite bedroom enjoy an excellent return on investment. A fourth bedroom is a valuable feature in family homes and therefore, will increase the value of your property.

Is Planning Permission Needed?

Some parts of Earlsfield are located in a conservation area, therefore planning permission may be required. There are certain criteria that needs to be met in order for your loft conversion Earlsfield to fall under permitted development. If you live in a conservation area or in a listed building, planning permission is needed. LMB Group can assist you with this process, making it seamless and easy.

Do Building Regulations Apply to Loft Conversions Earlsfield?

Building Regulations apply to loft conversions Earlsfield to ensure the work is safe and the new living space is fit for use. It is essential that Building Regulation approval is approved in order to use your unused loft space as a habitable room. We will submit the plans to the Building Control Office, work with the surveyor at various points throughout the build to provide you with a completion certificate when we hand over your new and beautiful living space.

How Do I Know if My Loft is Suitable for a Conversion?

There is a minimum head height requirement that must be met in order for your loft to be transformed into a habitable room. The requirement is a head height of 2 metres once the new floor has been installed, this means a minimum of at least 2.2 metres before we start the build work. We have ways to increase the head height. You can contact our team today to find out more.

How Do I Gain Access to My New Loft Conversion Earlsfield?

Safe and convenient access is a must. Loft ladders are not suitable if you want to use the loft as a bedroom, playroom or home office. If you intend using the loft as a habitable space, you will need a dedicated staircase. This will be discussed in detail when our professional surveyor visits your property and provides you with a free, no obligation site survey.

Give the LMB Group a call now on 020 8406 9907 and let us transform your unused loft space into a beautiful habitable living area.