Loft Conversions in Wickham, Hampshire


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What is a loft conversion?

Turning an empty space into functional storage or room accommodation is known as a loft conversion. Recently, loft conversions have become more popular in the UK.

What are the various types of loft conversions?

There are three common types of conversion loft conversion; the Velux, the rear dormer and the hip-to-gable. The style of your loft conversion will be based upon the style of 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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Wickham loft conversions

You can potentially increase your property’s value by 25% after getting a loft conversion You can convert an unused area of your home and transform it into functional storage space.

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We, at Elite Builders London provide loft conversion services in London. In Wickham, Elite Builders London give premium quality extensions and loft conversions to help you achieve the desired style for your house. Our experience allows us to undertake any project of whatever size, style or design of your loft.

Are you looking for a loft conversion for your living room or lounge? We ensure that our designs fit your existing structure. We are 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 do a loft conversion in Wickham?

A conversion loft gives you more room without forcing you to move home. A loft conversion makes you feel as if you have moved to a new home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A loft conversion will definitely meet your requirements. If you think there is something missing from your home such as an office or a gym, you can turn your empty loft into it in Wickham. 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 Wickham

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 Wickham. 

Planning for loft conversions in Wickham

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

Loft conversion regulations in Wickham

We take projects from the initial design stage to its final completion in Wickham. We can also help you with obtaining permits which are required by the relevant building and planning authorities.

Installing loft conversions in Wickham

In Wickham, we have experienced and skilled loft conversion designers who help you in creating excellent architectural sketches.

Wickham dormer loft conversions

Barbara loft conversions are ideal for houses that have small headroom measurements.  The most commonly seen loft conversion in the Wickham is the dormer conversion. The dormer loft allows you space for a full-sized bedroom and a bathroom or shower.  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 however means that most of the work would be done with external scaffolding.

Velux loft conversions in Wickham

A Velux window loft requires less roof destruction and is normally non-disruptive. The property is fitted with Windows, and the roof is mainly untouched. 
In Wickham, 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.

Wickham L-shape loft conversion services 

An L-Shaped loft conversion in Wickham is also popular with homeowners. 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 conversions in Wickham

Homeowners who like a pleasant loft conversion opt for Mansard loft 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 Mansard loft conversions are more expensive because of the structural requirements and they also require planning permission.

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

Wickham hip to gable an loft conversions 

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 Wickham

We can customise your loft conversion depending upon your requirements. We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers based in Wickham. From the initiation of the project till its completion, we make sure that we are there to help you in every step.

The process of our loft conversion services in Wickham

Step one examination

After you contact us, we schedule a meeting according to your convenience to go over the details of the project. This allows us to discuss in detail with you and to determine what kind of loft conversion design you will need in Wickham. 

The amount of time it takes for a survey is dependent on the size of the attic.  The larger the space on the attic, the more time it probably will take.  Usually, each visit takes out around 40 to 45 minutes on average.

Step two: giving you 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 three: completing your project

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

Once the terms have been agreed, we will manage your project in Wickham from the start till end and ensure your satisfaction. Having insured staff allows us to offer guaranteed building services for a loft conversion project.

For a loft conversion project in Wickham, what makes us the ideal choice?

We have listed below a few of the most convincing factors which makes elite builders London the ideal choice for your loft conversions in Wickham.

  • Experience:

    In Wickham, 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 diverse pool of experts and qualified professionals have delivered quality construction -related work over many years in Wickham.

  • Accredited:

    The confidence we have in our construction and design services at elite builders London comes from our various accreditations.  We at elite builders London always make sure that the finished product we deliver is very safe and is also loved by our clients.

  • Extremely professional:

    We have a diverse team of qualified professionals and experts at elite builders London that allows us to deliver exceptional quality loft conversions in Wickham. Quality loft conversion At elite builders London, we make sure to successfully adhere to all relevant standards for loft conversion jobs. Solving difficult problems that come with loft conversions is part of the job for our projects in Wickham. 

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Why do a loft conversion in Wickham?

A conversion loft gives you more room without forcing you to move home. A loft conversion makes you feel as if you have moved to a new home. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A loft conversion will definitely meet your requirements. If you think there is something missing from your home such as an office or a gym, you can turn your empty loft into it in Wickham. 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.

You can receive free consultation and advice for your new loft conversion project in Wickham by giving us a call. 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 Wickham. 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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