Loft Conversions Essex

There are numerous benefits to converting a loft into functional living space. Converting a pre-existing room in your home may prove cheaper than home extensions. Whether you want a bedroom en suite, a home office space, a play room for the kids or hobby workshop. Essex loft conversions offer the best solution to issues of space in the home. Why struggle to acquire necessary building permissions for pricey extensions in urbanised areas when you can convert an existing room?

Make Your Loft Functional: Lofts tend to become the dumping ground for old, unwanted items and general household overflow. This is a waste of a great room that could become a practical and aesthetically pleasing addition to your home. Why consider buying a new house for more space when you could convert your loft instead? A Essex loft conversion can also increase the value of your property, making the initial cost of the conversion well worth the financial gain in the long run.

Professional Conversions: DIY conversions of any kind are not recommended. Converting a loft requires specific steps for making this area comfortable and safe for both you and your family. Some of these steps may include installing extra insulation while upgrading the ventilation, heating and cooling systems. Depending on the type of conversion, certain additions to the electrical and plumbing systems of your home may be required. Only professional builders should tackle this type of conversion.

Loft Insulation: During a conversion, additional loft insulation may be required. Loft insulation is simply installed, rolled out across the joists in sheets like a blanket. Correctly installed and good quality insulation can reduce your home's carbon emissions while increasing the building's resistance to damp and condensation. Proper insulation can also increase the energy inefficiency of your home, decreasing monthly energy expenses.

Types of Conversions: Depending on the dimensions of your loft, lofts can easily be converted into en suite bedrooms, extra lounges, home office units, hobby workshops and playrooms for the kids. If the loft is large, it could even be converted into a self-contained apartment. The type of conversion may depend on the electrical and plumbing systems already in your home. Certain types of conversions may also require additional council permissions so always consult the professionals.

Handling Lofts with Low Clearance: In many of the homes across Essex, the lofts have very low clearance from the floor area to the roof. This can be problematic in some situations, especially when you want to convert a loft or attic space into a bedroom, studio, or even a finished storage space. While it’s normal for a converted loft or attic to have areas that don’t provide much clearance, there should be a good portion of the room that is tall enough for the average adult to stand without slouching. While it’s certainly possible to raise the roof, or even to lower the floor if you have tall ceilings in your home, this is a massive undertaking. Be sure to mention low clearance in your quote form so you get accurate information.

Turning an Attic into a Finished Storage Room: Most attics are used for storage, but they aren’t very friendly to the things you store in them. An attic has very little electricity, if any at all, and your home likely doesn't provide heating and cooling to that space. Finishing an attic to convert it into storage is still simpler than converting an attic to a bedroom, however. For example, you may opt to run ducts into your attic for heating and cooling, then add simple walls, flooring, and ceilings along with some shelves and bins for storage. This will help you keep everything organized. The climate control is optimal for storing antiques, old photos, and more.

Things to Think About Before Making the Decision: If you're interested in converting your loft or attic into a bedroom, office, or other living space, there may be more to it than simply finishing the floors and walls. In fact, most attics have no electrical outlets and no connection to your home's HVAC system, which will require careful planning and some added expenses. If you have a loft rather than an attic, the conversion may be simpler. Converting a loft space into a room is often as simple as adding a wall and a doorway – the insulation, electricity, and HVAC may already be in place.

Cost of Loft Conversions: The cost of Essex loft conversions depends on the size of the project and required physical labour. Additional services such as structural re-enforcing, changing electrics, adding to plumbing and installing insulation will also affect the price. DIY conversions may be tempting, seen as a way to complete the project on the cheap but badly done DIY construction could compromise the structural integrity of your home.

Want to turn your junk room into a brand new room? Loft conversions may be your best solution. Take a minute to fill in our online form, providing us with a few details about your ideal loft and we'll handle the rest. We'll find you the best professional services at a price to suit your budget. Contact us today for a free, no obligation quote and turn that dusty loft into a living space that adds value to your home.