Loft Conversions in Havant, Hampshire


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What are loft conversions?

Loft conversion is ideally turning an empty loft space into functional storage or an accommodation room. Recently, loft conversions have become more popular in the UK.

The various types of loft conversions

Commonly, there are three types of loft conversions; the rear dormer, the Velux and the Hip-to-gable. Your loft conversion’s style will depend 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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Havant loft conversion solutions

Did you know that a loft conversion can increase the value of your house by 25%? You can convert an unused area of your home and transform it into functional storage space.

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Elite Builders London provides loft conversion services around 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 Havant. Our experience allows us to undertake any project of whatever size, style or design of your loft.

We provide loft conversions for your living rooms, lounges, playrooms, bathrooms and workplaces. Our designs are designed in a way that the conversion fits perfectly according to your existing structure. We are known for our architectural design expertise. It is important for us to ensure that your loft fits with the existing property, fulfils your purpose and maintains architectural balance.

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The benefit of getting a loft conversion in Havant?

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 definitely satisfy you. Turning your empty loft into a functional space such as a bathroom, bedroom or office might just be what is missing from your home in Havant. A loft conversion will have many benefits in the long run. Usually the additional functionality will prove a worthwhile investment if you decide to sell your home.

Loft conversion services that we offer in Havant 

In Havant, Elite Builders London offers you stress-free loft conversion services from ideas, design, cost, stair attachment and guidance regarding planning and applicable building regulations. 

Planning for loft conversions in Havant

Elite Builders London has a team of architects who can prepare building regulations and planning documents which can be submitted to the local council in Havant.

Regulations for loft conversions in Havant

We take projects from the initial design stage to its final completion in Havant. We also provide help and guidance regarding the regulatory building and planning authority permits.

Installing loft conversions in Havant

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

Dormer loft conversions in Havant

Dormer loft conversions are great for loft houses that have small headroom measurements.  In the Havant area, the most popular conversion type is the dormer loft conversion. A dormer loft allows you considerable head height and space for a full-sized bathroom and a bedroom. This loft ideally doesn’t need a planning permit and could take up to 7 weeks to complete. Usually, a dormer conversion is done from the roof slope. This however means that most of the work would be done with external scaffolding.

Velux loft conversions in Havant

A Velux window loft conversion minimises roof destruction and is non-disruptive. The property is fitted with Windows, and the roof is mainly untouched. 
In Havant this loft conversion normally does not require planning permits. If you are looking for a considerable amount of headroom, it looks loft is an ideal choice.

If you feel that your property has constraints regarding planning, the Velux automatically becomes an ideal choice.

L-shaped loft conversion options in Havant

An L-Shaped loft conversion in Havant is also popular with homeowners. An L-shaped loft conversion has an area enough for a full-sized bedroom, two full sized bedrooms and a bathroom. In order to have adequate ceiling height, the back is adjusted to be in a lower position.

Havant Mansard loft conversions

The most pleasant loft conversions are Mansard conversions. 

In Mansard lofts, steep-sloping sides displace one of two of the roof slopes, and a level roof is built over it. 

You need planning permission for Mansard loft conversions and they are relatively more expensive due to the structural requirements.

We can provide you the best service for your choice of design for a Mansard conversion.

Havant hip to gable an loft conversion services

In case of having an unoccupied space, the hip to gable conversion is the best choice. This conversion extends the ridge to meet the outside wall and gives you sufficient space.

Custom loft conversion services in Havant

Whatever loft conversion that you require, we can provide you with the ideal service.  We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers in Havant. From the initiation of the project till its completion, we make sure that we are there to help you in every step.

Understanding our loft conversion process in Havant

Step one conducting a survey

Once you contact us, our loft conversion specialist will meet you at a time of your convenience at your home.  This would help us to discuss the kind of loft conversion that would be suitable for your home in Havant. 

The size of the attic will determine the amount of time that it would take to complete the survey.  It will take more time if you have a lot of space in the attic.  Each visit approximately takes around 45 minutes.

Step two: preparing a quotation

We will require full architectural drawings in order to provide a quote for your loft conversion accurately.

In about seven days, we will either email you the quotation or give it to you in person.

Step 3: execution

If you decide to work with us for your loft conversion in Havant, 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.

Once agreed, we will begin the project and complete it according to your timeframe and budget allocation. We have designed our loft conversion services around the satisfaction of our customers and have been offering them for over 40 years.

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

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

  • Experience:

    In Havant, we have an exceptional reputation for the quality of our work as well as the skill of our workers and part of that is because of our successful years of delivering quality work.

  • Expertise:

    Our team of experienced professionals with years of experience are ideally placed for all construction -related projects in Havant.

  • Accredited:

    To offer exceptional design and construction -related services, elite builders London has all the necessary accreditations. All of the finished products that we deliver, whether they’re offices or homes, we make them to the highest safety standards.

  • Extremely professional:

    Our team at elite builders London also includes experts and specialists with years of experience which allows us to deliver top quality loft extension projects in Havant. Quality loft conversion All the loft conversion jobs that elite builders London works on are constructed to the highest of standards. We do our best to take care of the challenges associated with loft conversions in Havant. 

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The benefit of getting a loft conversion in Havant?

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 definitely satisfy you. Turning your empty loft into a functional space such as a bathroom, bedroom or office might just be what is missing from your home in Havant. A loft conversion will have many benefits in the long run. Usually the additional functionality will prove a worthwhile investment if you decide to sell your home.

For a free consultation session about a loft conversion in Havant, contact us today If you have questions about how to go about your latest loft conversion project in Havant, our team of experts and professionally qualified workers can answer all of them and help you make the right choice. Call now on (020) 8987 8071 for some support or get a free loft conversion quote.

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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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