A dormer loft conversion is an extension of the roof vertically from a sloped roof. It creates additional floor space and headroom in the property. Flat roof dormers are the most popular type of loft conversion. They often provide the greatest amount of extra space.
Pitched Roof Dormer conversions are ideal for large footprints and high pitched roofs. If you live in a conservation area, they may be a requirement. Pitch roof dormers are a great feature. You can add many dormers to your property depending on the location. However, planning permission is required whether you're considering adding a dormer on the front or at the back.
Velux Loft Conversions can also be called roof light loft conversions. Velux is the world's leading manufacturer of roof windows, thus the name Velux Loft Conversion. This type of conversion works well in lofts with a lot of headroom and where planning constraints are not a problem.
L-shaped dormer loft conversion is a great way to increase the space in a mid-terrace property. It can be also used to add 2 bedrooms and a bathroom / en-suite.
Hip To Gable loft conversion provides a lot of headroom and functional floor space. This conversion involves removing the roof from the top of the hips, converting the flank wall into a gable and extending the Ridge. It also includes the reconstruction of a portion of the front roof.
A mansard loft conversion is done at the rear end of the property. Named after Francois Mansard (17th-century French architect), this conversion features a flat roof and a back wall that slopes inwards at 72 degrees. Because of large roof changes and structural changes, mansard loft conversions usually require planning permissions.
Not all homes are suitable for conversion so you have to check first before even planning to get one. If your home comes with an allowance for permitted development (PD), this means you can go ahead with your conversion without planning permission.
According to a recent study by Nationwide Building Society, converting a loft space can increase your house value by roughly 20%. Also, a loft conversion may even make your home more energy-efficient.
A loft conversion is relatively cheaper compared to building a new extension. However, your design choice could affect the costs as well. The more sophisticated the design is, it higher the expense and level of disruption. To learn more about your options, talk to us at Pinnacle Building Solutions.
A loft conversion can definitely increase your house value up to 20% or higher depending on your property’s location. This increase is noteworthy since you’re not losing outside space compared to other home extension options.
Most loft conversions can be carried out without planning permission. However, you do need to comply with building regulations in your area. Call us at Pinnacle Building Solutions to learn the requirements needed for your planned loft conversion.
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