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Loft Conversion
Loft Conversion
A loft conversion can change the look and feel of your property. Surefit Roofing, a Manchester-based company, specialises in loft conversions. We offer a wide range of services, including roof window conversions and dormer conversions.
Surefit Roofing has been working with homeowners for decades to help them convert their lofts into an open plan living space perfect for entertaining guests or raising children! Let’s take a closer look at what we offer.
What is a loft conversion?
This is the process of creating a new floor in an existing loft space. Surefit Roofing can make the most of any available attic area and transform it into a functional living space with plenty of natural light, storage spaces and even room for a bedroom or en suite bathroom! The lofts at Surefit are also insulated to help keep your home warm throughout the year!
Benefits of Loft Conversion
In addition to increasing how much you get from your property investment by adding more value, there are several other benefits to converting your loft:
More space
If you’re looking to create additional bedrooms or add another bathroom, then this is the perfect option. You may have considered moving, but why not expand instead? With us on hand, we’ll ensure that you get a complete design and planning process which will help to minimise the disruption involved with your loft conversion.
A sense of space
Our lofts create an airy, open-plan feel that can add huge value to any property while at the same time allowing for all kinds of other possibilities such as additional storage space or even a home office area.
Loft Conversion Types
Roof window conversion
This is one type that we carry out a lot here in Manchester because it allows natural light into the room below and means that there aren’t too many large windows on just one side, meaning less chance of damp problems developing over time.
Dormer conversion
Another popular choice as it allows natural light into the loft space and means you’ll have a window on two sides of your house. This is great for homes with an L-shaped plan because there will be windows at both ends, meaning no dark corners.
Mansard conversion
This is a very cost-effective way to create extra space in your home. It’s another style that keeps the exterior of your house looking similar but also means you can have additional rooms upstairs without having to go through any significant renovations on the main part of the building.
Hip to Gable conversion
This is a prevalent choice because it can provide an additional room at the front of your home with windows on two sides. It will also give you extra space to use as desired and doesn’t change much about how your house looks from the outside, although this may require planning permission before starting work.
Gambrel conversion
The main benefit of this style is that there’s plenty of headroom for storage or even using it as a spare bedroom if needed (although attached bathrooms aren’t usually possible). You’ll need some structural changes, but again, not too significant and could be done without needing planning permission in most cases – just check with your local council first for any queries they might have.
Hipped roof conversion
If you’re going to use your loft for a bedroom, this is the style we’d recommend. It’s easy to convert and gives plenty of headroom while keeping things simple from an external perspective. You can add some extra space, too, but it depends on how steeply pitched the roof is – if there isn’t much room up top, you might have trouble making space for anything other than storage without significant work being done on the structure itself.
Velux conversion
A handy option that opens up more possibilities regarding what you do with your new addition. Velux conversions are widespread because they don’t change how often they look outside, so they won’t require planning permission before starting work (although check first as some exceptions apply even for this type of conversion).
What a Loft Conversion Involves
The loft conversion process starts with an inspection of the loft space to see how much work will be required to make your ideal changes a reality. When you take into account all the necessary steps that need handling, this can often include:
• Loft conversions are not always straightforward. Other than access, there is no set way to do them, so it’s essential to get an expert opinion before starting any work if planning permission isn’t already secured for conversion.
If you want something more complicated, then while some homeowners manage themselves, others prefer using professionals who have experience with these works.
It would help if you also asked about insurance implications when considering hiring specialist equipment such as lifts or scaffolding platforms on-site during building time.
Loft Conversions for Kitchens and Rooms
If you have a big enough attic to convert into an additional room, you could consider adding a kitchen or some other type of living space.
Adding another bathroom can be very popular, too, and if the loft conversion has more than one floor, it’s possible to create two bathrooms on each level. Surefit Roofing
FAQs
How much is a loft conversion?
Loft conversions can cost between £15,000 and £30,000.
Can I install solar panels in my loft room?
Yes, we would advise that it’s installed before your new build, and then we will lay cabling into the floorboards for future use. If you need any further advice call us!
How tall does a roof have to be for a loft conversion?
A standard loft conversion is around 77 inches (195cm), but this can vary depending on the type of room you want.
Do roofers do loft conversions?
We have a team of fully qualified professionals who can take care of every aspect from design to completion.
What type of roof do you need for a loft conversion?
The most common types are the hip/gable vent or a mansard with dormer windows.