Loft Conversions in Hove, East-Sussex


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What is meant by a loft conversion?

The transformation of an empty loft space into something functional such as a storage or accommodation room is called a loft conversion. Loft conversions are now getting more popular by the day because they have several advantages.

The various types of loft conversions

There are certain common types of conversions; the rear dormer hip-to-gable and the Velux. The style of your loft conversion will be based upon the style of your house. Factors to be considered are size, possible conversion use, and the sort of planning permission you’ll need to seek.

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Loft conversion solutions in Hove

A loft conversion can potentially increase your property’s value by 25%. If you need an extra living room or storage place, you can convert a vacant area of your home by getting a loft conversion.

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Elite Builders London is known to provide the best loft conversion services around the London area. In Hove, Elite Builders London give premium quality extensions and loft conversions to help you achieve the desired style for your house. We can convert your loft according to any size, style or design.

Do you need an additional loft conversion for a living room, lounge, playroom, bathroom, or office loft? Our designs are such that the conversion fits your existing structure perfectly. We have the reputation of being architectural design experts. We undertake any loft conversion projects with the aim of keeping it in architectural balance, while fitting it in with your existing property and fulfilling your purpose.

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Why having a loft conversion in Hove is a good choice?

If you are looking for more space, you can get it with a loft conversion without having to move to a different place. A loft conversion gives you a good feeling of living in your home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A converted loft will satisfy your needs. You can turn your empty loft into a space such as a bathroom, a bedroom or a gym in Hove. A loft conversion is an ideal investment in your home for the longer run.  The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

Loft conversion services that we offer in Hove 

Elite Builders London offer you a stress free loft conversion solutions that range from ideas to design and guidance regarding the planning permission in Hove.

Planning loft conversions in Hove

In Hove, Elite Builders London have architects who can prepare building regulations and planning documents for submission to local council.

Regulations for loft conversions in Hove

We offer complete loft conversion projects from design to completion in Hove. We also provide help and guidance regarding the regulatory building and planning authority permits.

Installation and design of loft conversion Hove

In Hove our skilled and experienced loft conversion designer team is on hand to give you excellent architectural sketches.

Dormer loft conversions in Hove

Small headroom measurement houses usually prefer dormer loft conversions as it is best suited for them. Dormer loft conversion is most popular in Hove. The dormer loft gives you enough height and allows you ideal space for a full-sized bedroom and a bathroom or shower. The planning permit is not required for such a conversion and it usually takes up to 7 weeks.  Usually, a dormer conversion is done from the roof slope. This means that most of the work would be done with external scaffolding.

Hove Velux loft conversion services

Converting into a dealer’s window loft is a good way to be non-disruptive and have cause roof destruction. The roof is left untouched and the property is fitted with Windows.
In Hove, you do not require any planning permits for this type of loft conversion. Conversion into a Velux loft is ideal for a loft with a considerable headroom. 

For properties with planning constraints, Velux conversion loft is a good consideration. 

L-Shaped loft conversion in the Hove area

Many homeowners in Hove like an L-shaped loft conversion. An L-shaped loft conversion gives you enough floor area to have full sized bedrooms and a bathroom.  The back is adjusted to be in a lower position to make the ceiling height sufficient.

Mansard loft conversion services in Hove

The most pleasant loft conversions are Mansard conversions. 

In Mansard lofts, there are steep sloping sides that displace place on the roof slopes and then a level roof is built on it.

The planning permission is mandatory for Mansard loft conversions and it is also more expensive due to its structural requirements. 

We can provide a great service for the design that you choose for your Mansard loft conversions.

Hove hip to gable an loft conversions 

Conversion Hip-to-Gable is ideal for use in an unoccupied space. By extending the ridge to meet the outside wall, this conversion provides you with adequate space.

Best loft conversion options in Hove

If you have any loft conversion types that you want for your home, we can help you with it. We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers in Hove. From the start to the end of the project, we make sure to help you in every step.

Our loft conversion process in Hove 

Step one examination

Once you establish contact with us, we will set you up for a meeting with our loft conversion specialist. This would help us to discuss the kind of loft conversion that would be suitable for your home in Hove. 

The attic size would determine how long the survey would take. A larger attic would consume more time. Each visit approximately takes around 45 minutes.

Step two: preparing a quotation

We would need architectural drawings of your property in order to give you an accurate quotation.

You will receive the quotation by email or post within seven days.

Step three: implementation and execution

Once you decide that you want to work with us for your loft conversion in Hove, we will ask you for a first instalment that would be a percentage of the total cost of the conversion. A timeframe for the project is given once the payment plan of instalments has been agreed upon.

Once we have an agreement, we will handle your loft conversion throughout to make sure that your project is completed within the time frame and the budget that has been allocated.  We have maintained a reputation going back four decades which is proof of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Why should you hire us for a loft conversion project in Hove?

Here are a few important factors that makes elite builders London the ideal choice in Hove.

  • Experience:

    We have many years of experience in the construction industry, and we are well known in Hove for our level of workmanship. 

  • Expertise:

    All members of our team bring with them years of qualified experience in many different construction projects that they have delivered in Hove.

  • Accredited:

    Elite builders London have all the accreditations to work as a construction company that also offers design services. Whether we have delivered a home extension project or any other construction project, we make lots of efforts to ensure that they are safe and enjoyable to work in.

  • Extremely professional:

    Every loft conversion project that we deliver in Hove is done by a carefully chosen team of highly qualified specialist workers at elite builders London. Quality loft conversion All the loft conversion jobs that elite builders London works on are constructed to the highest of standards. Every loft conversion has its own challenges and difficulties in Hove and we do the maximum efforts to meet those challenges.

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Why having a loft conversion in Hove is a good choice?

If you are looking for more space, you can get it with a loft conversion without having to move to a different place. A loft conversion gives you a good feeling of living in your home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A converted loft will satisfy your needs. You can turn your empty loft into a space such as a bathroom, a bedroom or a gym in Hove. A loft conversion is an ideal investment in your home for the longer run.  The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

You can receive free consultation and advice for your new loft conversion project in Hove by giving us a call. If you have questions about how to go about your latest loft conversion project in Hove, our team of experts and professionally qualified workers can answer all of them and help you make the right choice. For any type of support as well as a quotation for a loft conversion, call us on (020) 8987 8071.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know I have enough head height for a loft conversion?

The suitability of a loft conversion is strictly defined by the head height of the room. Industry set standards dictate that the roof centre height as well as the ceiling joists height must be a minimum of 2.2 m. The required industry height should be present to complete a loft conversion without problems even though it may be possible to install a loft conversion in its absence.

When can you permit development be provided to allow conversion?

One of the most important factors that has to do with a planning permit application is the loft size. The size requirements for approved construction is such that the loft conversion size must not be greater than 50 cubic m in the case of a detached property and 40 cubic m in the case of a terrace property.

Is a dormer a necessity for loft conversions when more space is required to achieve the requisite dimension?

All loft conversions don't require enough space for a dormer. It depends on the particular needs of the customer and the environment we need to deal with within the roof room. The dormer can become a part of the requirements if the customer requires extra rooms or showers to be added as part of the loft conversion installation. Stairs access can be created by the use of a dormer in case the property in question is semi-attached. Our approach to all of our projects and services is focused on customer satisfaction which is why we take great care in carefully listening to all the requirements of our customers no matter what the type of their home extension is.

Where will the staircase go?

The stairs that lead to the attic can be ideally placed above the existing set of stairs. To install a new staircase, cutting any area of the existing living space will not be required as an enclosure can be created along the side of the wall to accommodate the new staircase.

Your house's current floor plan is another deciding factor.  Other alternatives particularly when you are contemplating a hip to gable conversion can be considered based on the scale and your attic conversion plans.

What is a hip to back gable loft conversion?

Various properties today suffer from a limited space in their attics because of the presence of sloping edges and traditional hipped roofs. This restriction presents a challenge in creating a conversion of the loft that does not need to expand your house. Properties that future these limitations are much better served by hip to gable loft extensions.

Under what ceiling height can loft conversions be easily installed?

The minimum ceiling height to be converted is 2.2 m.  The height can be calculated exactly between the Timber Ridge and the top of the joist which is located on the ceiling.

Even after repairs, you can expect to receive 1.9 m of living space in terms of the height of the ceiling of your new loft conversion.

What do mansard loft conversions usually entail?

Francoise Mansard, a 17th-century French architect is the inspiration behind the name of the mansard loft.  You can find this conversion almost always at the back end of the house.  The flat roof is a standard component of this loft conversion, and it also features a sloping wall at the back.

Is an architect required for a loft conversion?

To assess the ability of the structure to withstand the new conversion, you will need expert guidance from an architect.  This assessment will determine whether structural changes such as the installation of a new roof is required for your loft conversion.

Is a loft conversion more economically efficient than an extension is?

One of the most viable options which you can use to increase living space in your house is by using a loft conversion. Increasing the size of your home is a much more economically efficient choice than moving to a new location. 

Is scaffolding necessary for every loft conversion?

It comes down to the individual contract. Those contractors who want to work from the outside of the building will install scaffolding wherever they need to work. From the scaffold they will gain entry to the workspace, and so they might not need to enter the flat at all in the early start of the work.

Is the party wall agreement always required for a loft conversion?

Party wall agreements are only required for walls that are shared between you and someone else. No additional permissions are required for detached houses as shared walls do not exist in these types of properties.

Can my loft conversion project include a new bedroom?

A loft may only be classified as a space if it meets a certain set criteria. All relevant building regulations as well as the different requirements for all bedrooms must be met for the bedroom to be added to a loft conversion.

Can my neighbours stop my loft conversion? 

They can extend the time that will take for the conversion to complete but it may not be possible to stop the conversion altogether. If you tell your neighbours about your plans ahead of schedule, then there is a high chance that they will not cause problems for your project.

Is it possible to add a room inside my attic?

In order to convert your attic, you need to consider the building requirements that qualify attics for transformation into a living area. Your attic's ceiling height from the floor must be at a minimum 2.2 m in order for it to qualify for transformation. If your attic's height does not meet this requirement, you will need to either raise the roof of your attic, or lower the floor level of the property.

Are newly constructed houses available for loft conversions?

It is difficult to perform a loft conversion in a new house but is normally possible. Some buildings that still have units for sale often have certain restrictions that might limit what you can do with the property that can also include adding a loft conversion.

What benefits can I achieve with a loft conversion?

The market value of your residential property can be greatly enhanced by the use of a loft conversion. Latest National Building Society research has shown that a loft conversion can always add more than 25% to your home's value.

Do you need planning permission for a loft conversion? 

Given that the loft conversion in your building is considered permitted development, planning permission is not generally required. 

How long does a loft conversion take?

Elite builders London are expert loft conversion specialists which will ensure that your loft conversion is completed within the timeframe we commit. We will deliver your loft conversion project within the exact timeframe that we commit to you at the start. Loft conversions ideally take between one and three months to complete.

How competitive are your prices?

You can rest assured that our prices will be economically efficient for loft conversion projects.

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