Loft Conversions in Ringwood, 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 different kinds of loft conversions

There are certain common types of conversions; the rear dormer hip-to-gable and the Velux. Your loft conversion’s style will depend on your house. You need to account for the size of the house, the purpose that you’re going to use the conversion for and the planning permission you need to acquire.

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Ringwood loft conversions

A loft conversion usually increases your property’s value by around 25%. Would you like to convert a vacant area of your home into a living or storage space?

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Elite Builders London is known to provide the best loft conversion services around the London area. We carefully consider the planning permission requirements and provide you premium quality conversion service at Elite Builders London in Ringwood. Our experience makes us the ideal choice for your loft conversion needs regardless of the type, size or style of your loft.

Are you looking for a loft conversion for your living room or lounge? We believe that any loft conversion design should fit the 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 Ringwood

A loft conversion allows you more room without having you to move to a different home. A loft conversion gives you a sense that you have moved to a new home. According to the National building society, an extra bedroom and bathroom usually raises the value of a three-bedroom house by around 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 Ringwood. In the long run a loft conversion pays for itself.  The additional functionality will definitely prove as a worthwhile investment in case you would want to sell your home later.

Offering loft conversion services in Ringwood

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

Preparing blueprints in Ringwood 

Elite builders London can prepare the planning documents and the building regulations which have to be submitted to the local council in Ringwood.

Rules and regulations for loft conversions in Ringwood

In Ringwood, we can take up any loft conversion projects from the design stage to the final completion stage. We can also help you with obtaining permits which are required by the relevant building and planning authorities.

Ringwood design and installations

In Ringwood, our team of skilled and experienced loft conversion designers provide you with the best architectural sketches.

Ringwood Dormer Loft Conversion services

Barbara loft conversions are ideal for houses that have small headroom measurements.  The most commonly seen loft conversion in the Ringwood is the dormer conversion. Dormer loft conversion gives you adequate headroom and also gives you enough space for a full-sized bedroom and a bathroom. This loft conversion normally doesn’t require a planning permit and will take up to 7 weeks to complete.  A dormer is built up from the roof slope usually.  This means that most of the work would be done with external scaffolding.

Ringwood Velux loft conversion services

Conversion into a Velux window loft is non-disruptive and requires little roof destruction.  The property is fitted with Windows, and the roof is mainly untouched. 
In Ringwood, 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. 

If your property is limited by planning constraints, you should also consider Velux conversions.

Ringwood L-shape loft conversion services 

An L-shaped loft conversion has great popularity in Ringwood. 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.

Mansard loft conversions in Ringwood

The most pleasant loft conversions are Mansard conversions. 

In a Mansard loft, a roof is built over a steep sloping side that displaces one of two of the roof slopes.

The structural demands of a Mansard loft conversion makes it more expensive and also requires you planning permission.

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

Ringwood hip to gable an loft conversion services

A hip to gable conversion is ideal for you if you have an unoccupied space. This conversion gives sufficient space by extending the ridge to meet the outside wall.

Custom loft conversion options in Ringwood

Whatever loft conversion that you require, we can provide you with the ideal service.  In Ringwood we design complete, custom loft conversions for customers. From the start to the end of the project, we make sure to help you in every step.

Our loft conversion processes in Ringwood

Step one surveying the location 

When you contact us we will schedule a convenient day in your home for a meeting with our loft conversion specialist.  This would ensure that we have the right details about your home and the kind of loft conversion design that you will need in Ringwood.

The amount of time it takes for a survey is dependent on the size of the attic.  A larger attic would consume more time. Each visit approximately takes around 45 minutes.

Step two: providing you with a quotation

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

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

Step three: completing your project

Once you decide to work with us for your loft conversion Ringwood, you will be required to submit a percentage of the total cost as a first instalment. Once the instalments are agreed, we will give you a timescale for the project. 

We will then project manage your loft conversion in Ringwood throughout the entire project to ensure your project is completed on time and on budget to your complete satisfaction. We have designed our loft conversion services around the satisfaction of our customers and have been offering them for over 40 years.

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

There are several reasons you should select elite builders London in Ringwood for your loft conversions, including: 

  • Experience:

    We have delivered quality projects with the help of our skilled workers over the years in Ringwood which has added to our excellent reputation in the field.

  • Expertise:

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

  • 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:

    Every loft conversion project that we deliver in Ringwood 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. We endeavour to surpass all expectations in solving difficult problems that often come with loft conversion projects in Ringwood.

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The advantage of having a loft conversion Ringwood

A loft conversion allows you more room without having you to move to a different home. A loft conversion gives you a sense that you have moved to a new home. According to the National building society, an extra bedroom and bathroom usually raises the value of a three-bedroom house by around 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 Ringwood. In the long run a loft conversion pays for itself.  The additional functionality will definitely prove as a worthwhile investment in case you would want to sell your home later.

For a free consultation session about a loft conversion in Ringwood, contact us today If you need some details about transforming your current loft space with a custom loft conversion in Ringwood, our expert consultants are here to answer your questions and provide expert guidance. If you need any support or a quotation for your latest loft conversion project, you can 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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