Loft Conversions
Our unique method allows us to complete the work with very little or even no dust penetrating into the house.
We put scaffolding up at the start of the project and the majority of the loft conversion is done from the outside. We only break through the ceiling when the loft conversion has been plaster-boarded, and the majority of the dusty work in the roof space is completed. Before breaking through we tape up around the doors and put sheets on the floor to protect your carpets. We will vacuum as we go where dust may be an issue.
Most loft conversions take 6-8 weeks from the start of building work to completion, when the plaster finish is ready for decoration and your loft conversion is ready for hand-over.
There are two main types of loft conversion. The Dorma window conversion or the introduction of velux windows into the roof. Obviously the Dorma takes longer than a basic Velux job.
How long will it take?
Planning
Discussing the options, drawing up plans and making the building regulations application usually takes about 4 weeks. This happens before work can start.
Building
Most projects take 8 weeks from the start of building work to completion, when the plaster finish is ready for decoration.
Initial costs
- The initial feasibility survey is free.
- The cost of Drawings and structural calculations will be included in the price given for the job.
- Planning permission is around £100
- Building control inspection fees are usually around £400