Loft Conversions in Andover, Hampshire


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The process of a loft conversion

Loft conversion is when you turn an empty loft space into a functional storage or something like an accommodation room. Due to their advantages, loft conversions are now more common in the UK.

What are the types of loft conversion?

There are three main kinds of loft conversions; they include the rear dormer, the hip-to-gable and the Velux. The style of your loft conversion depends on your house. You need to consider the size of your house, the possible use of your conversion and the kind of planning permission certification that you would require.

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Andover loft conversion solutions

A loft conversion can potentially increase your property’s value by 25%. You can easily convert a vacant area of your home and turn it into a room or storage with a loft conversion.

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Elite Builders London provides loft conversion solutions in London. Elite Builders London provide you with high quality extensions and loft conversions to complement the style of your home and keep them according to the planning permission requirements anywhere in Andover. We can convert your loft according to any size, style or design.

We provide loft conversions for your living rooms, lounges, playrooms, bathrooms and workplaces. Our designs are such that the conversion fits your existing structure perfectly. We are architectural design experts. We will ensure that your loft is architecturally balanced, fits in with the existing property and fulfils the purpose you want.

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The advantage of having a loft conversion Andover

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion gives you a sense that you have moved to a new home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom for a three-bedroom house could raise its value up to 25%, according to a survey conducted by the National building society.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. In Andover, turning your empty loft into a functional space like a gym, bathroom, bedroom, or office might be just what’s missing from your home. A loft conversion will have many benefits in the long run. If you ever decide to sell your home, you will see that the added functionality will be worthwhile.

Offering our loft conversion services in Andover

Elite Builders London takes care of your loft conversion needs and covers everything from Ideas to costs to guidance regarding planning permissions and building regulations in Andover. 

Preparing blueprints in Andover 

Our architects at elite builders London can provide building regulations and planning documents which have to be submitted to the local council in Andover.

Regulations for loft conversions in Andover

We offer complete loft conversion projects from design to completion in Andover. We can also help you with obtaining permits which are required by the relevant building and planning authorities.

Installation and design of loft conversion Andover

Our designers can provide you with excellent architectural sketches in Andover

Andover Dormer Loft Conversion services

Small headroom measurement houses usually prefer dormer loft conversions as it is best suited for them. The most common type of loft conversion in Andover is the dormer conversion.  A dormer loft allows you considerable head height and space for a full-sized bathroom and a bedroom. This loft conversion normally doesn’t require a planning permit and will take up to 7 weeks to complete.  Usually, a dormer conversion is done from the roof slope. External scaffolding would be required for the majority of the work. 

Velux loft conversions in the Andover area

Velux window loft conversion requires minimal roof destruction and is non-disruptive. The roof is left untouched and the property is fitted with Windows.
In Andover this loft conversion normally does not require planning permits. Conversion into a Velux loft is ideal for a loft with a considerable headroom. 

Moreover, if your property has planning constraints, you should consider a Velux conversion loft.

L-shaped loft conversion options in Andover

Many homeowners in Andover like an L-shaped loft conversion. Generally, this kind of loft conversion gives enough floor area to have two full sized bedrooms and a bathroom. The back is adjusted to be in a lower position to make the ceiling height sufficient.

Andover Mansard loft conversions

Mansard loft conversions are probably the most pleasant-loft conversions. 

A level roof is built over steep sloping sides that displace on one of the two roof slopes.

It is more expensive to build because of its structural requirements and requires planning permission.

We can provide a fantastic service delivery for whatever design you choose for your Mansard loft conversion.

Andover hip to gable an loft conversions 

If you have an unoccupied space, a hip to gable conversion is ideal. This conversion gives sufficient space by extending the ridge to meet the outside wall.

Custom loft conversion services in Andover

Do you want to have any of the loft conversion types listed for your home?  We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers in Andover. We guide you and help you throughout the project. 

Our loft conversion processes in Andover

Step one surveying the location 

After you contact us, we schedule a meeting according to your convenience to go over the details of the project. This meeting will allow us to discuss and go over all the details of your home and we would advise you on what kind of loft conversion design that you will need in Andover.

The time it would take for the inspection would depend on the size of the attic. A larger attic will take more time. Each visit approximately takes around 45 minutes.

Step two: providing you with 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 3: execution

If you decide to work with us for your loft conversion in Andover, we will request a first instalment, a percentage of the total cost of the total conversion.  A timescale for the whole project will be provided once the payment plan of instalments is agreed by both parties.

After the agreement, we will start working on your project and complete it according to your requirements, timeframe and budget. Having insured staff allows us to offer guaranteed building services for a loft conversion project.

What makes us the best option for your loft conversion project in Andover? 

Following are some of the main reasons why you should choose elite builders London for your loft conversion in Andover.

  • Experience:

    We have an excellent reputation for our services in terms of quality in Andover due to our years of experience in working with different construction projects. 

  • Expertise:

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

  • Accredited:

    To offer exceptional design and construction -related services, elite builders London has all the necessary accreditations. 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:

    Elite builders London has a professional loft conversion team of specialists and they all work skilfully to deliver a product a perfect loft conversion job in Andover.  Quality loft conversion At elite builders London, we make sure to successfully adhere to all relevant standards for loft conversion jobs. Every loft conversion has its own challenges and difficulties in Andover and we do the maximum efforts to meet those challenges.

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The advantage of having a loft conversion Andover

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion gives you a sense that you have moved to a new home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom for a three-bedroom house could raise its value up to 25%, according to a survey conducted by the National building society.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. In Andover, turning your empty loft into a functional space like a gym, bathroom, bedroom, or office might be just what’s missing from your home. A loft conversion will have many benefits in the long run. If you ever decide to sell your home, you will see that the added functionality will be worthwhile.

Take advantage of the free consultation session for your loft conversion in Andover. Was a highly qualified team of skilled and experienced professionals that are always there to help answer any questions that you may have about your loft conversion project in Andover. For a free quotation for your latest loft conversion project, calls today 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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