Tips For Planning Your Loft Conversions
Do you want to have more space? Did you know that the loft is the most uncomplicated space to convert, plus, it does not cost that much? It is also less stressful compared to moving house.
Benefits Of Loft Conversion
Why should you opt for a loft conversion? That is the first thing that comes to mind when someone tells you about this home project.
First of all, you need to know that a loft conversion can add as much as 20% to the value of your property. That is a lot! Right? Several families opt to convert their loft so that they can have more space without having to spend too much. They also do not have to go through the stressful process of relocating to a new house. While the loft is being renovated, you also don’t have to worry about your daily routine getting disrupted.
However, you also need to be careful. You don’t want to invest too much and overdo the loft conversion. If you do, you will not see any return on your investment. Spending too much or overdoing it will not be beneficial for you.
Assess If Your Loft Has A Usable Space
You need to begin by determining if the roof space could be converted. Most of the time, the answer is yes. However, there are three essential things that you need to check.
The first one is the internal height. It must be 2,500 mm for it to be suitable for conversion. The next one is the roof pitch. You have to measure the angle of the roof. The central head height is likely to be higher if the pitch angle is also high. The third one is the footprint. Generally speaking, the internal rules must measure 5,500mm from one side to another, this includes the chimney, and then 7,500mm from the front and then to the back.
How Can You Use The Available Space?
When you have determined that your home is ideal for a loft conversion, you have to consider how you want to use it. Maybe you can have an extra bathroom, bedroom, playroom, or den? You can even create a special place where you can study or relax. You can also make it into a multipurpose room that can be used for different purposes
How Long Will It Take and How Much Is Your Budget?
A basic loft conversion is a project that can be done within 4 to 5 weeks. This is considered as the least disruptive home project when it comes to adding more living space. You will use scaffolding until the staircase that links the loft to the rest of the house is installed. That means no materials will be hauled through your home. Any waste will also go down the chute and directly into a skip that is placed outside. Although the entire work is going to be noisy, it won’t create as much ruckus as a typical ground floor extension.
