Loft Conversions in Islington, London


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What is a loft conversion?

Loft conversion is when you turn an empty loft space into a functional storage or something like an accommodation room. Loft conversions have gained considerable popularity in the UK because of all their advantages

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. 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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Loft conversion services in Islington

A loft conversion usually increases your property’s value by around 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 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 Islington. Our experience makes us the ideal choice for your loft conversion needs regardless of the type, size or style of your loft.

You can have an additional space by getting a loft conversion for your living room, cleanroom or office. 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 Islington?

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 good sense of living in your 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 definitely satisfy you. In Islington, turning your empty loft into a functional space like a gym, bathroom, bedroom, or office might be just what’s missing from your home. In the longer run, you’ll see that the loft conversion speaks for itself. Usually the additional functionality will prove a worthwhile investment if you decide to sell your home.

Loft conversion services that we offer in Islington 

In Islington, Elite Builders London provide you quality loft conversion services and cover everything including the design and cost to the planning and building regulations.

Preparing blueprints for loft conversions in Islington

In Islington, elite builders London comprise a team of architects who can prepare building regulations and the necessary documents which have to be submitted to the local council. 

Islington loft conversion regulations 

From the design stage to the completion stage, we take care of every step during your loft conversion. We also help to obtain permits required by regulatory building and planning authorities.

Islington design and installations

In Islington, you’ll get the best architectural sketches from our team of experienced and skilled loft conversion designers.

Dormer loft conversions in Islington

Dormer loft conversions are a great choice for houses that have a small headroom margin. Dormer loft conversion is most popular in Islington. The dormer loft allows you space for a full-sized bedroom and a bathroom or shower.  The timeframe for this conversion is usually seven weeks and you normally do not require a planning permit. Usually, a dormer conversion is done from the roof slope. This implies that majority work would be done on external scaffolding.

Islington Velux loft conversions

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 Islington, you do not require any planning permits for this type of loft conversion. 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 services in Islington

An L-Shaped loft conversion in Islington 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.

Islington Mansard loft conversion services

The most pleasant loft conversions are Mansard conversions. 

These lofts have steep sloping sides which displace on one of two of the roof slopes and then a level roof is built on it. 

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

Whichever design you choose for your mansard loft conversion, we can provide you a great service for it.

Islington hip to gable an loft conversion services

In case of having an unoccupied space, the hip to gable conversion is the best choice. By extending the ridge to meet the outside wall, this conversion provides you with adequate space.

Custom loft conversion services in Islington

We can help you with the right type of loft conversion that you need. We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers in Islington. We guide you and help you throughout the project. 

The process of our loft conversion services in Islington

Step one inspection

When you contact us we will schedule a convenient day in your home for a meeting with our loft conversion specialist.  This would help us in determining the kind of loft conversion design that you will use in Islington.

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.  Each visitation takes around 45 minutes on average.

Step two: Quotation

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

The quotation will be provided either by email or personally within seven days.

Step three: Execution

If you choose our services, we will request a first instalment which would be a percentage of the total cost.  A timescale for the project is provided and the payment plan of instalments is agreed. 

We will then project manage your loft conversion in Islington throughout the entire project to ensure your project is completed on time and on budget to your complete satisfaction. Our loft conversion service guarantee 

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

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

  • Experience:

    In Islington, 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:

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

  • Accredited:

    To offer exceptional design and construction -related services, elite builders London has all the necessary accreditations. Our finished construction projects are loved by our clients and they have also been made to the highest possible 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 Islington. Quality loft conversion All the loft conversion jobs that elite builders London works on are constructed to the highest of standards. Solving difficult problems that come with loft conversions is part of the job for our projects in Islington. 

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The benefit of getting a loft conversion in Islington?

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 good sense of living in your 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 definitely satisfy you. In Islington, turning your empty loft into a functional space like a gym, bathroom, bedroom, or office might be just what’s missing from your home. In the longer run, you’ll see that the loft conversion speaks for itself. Usually the additional functionality will prove a worthwhile investment if you decide to sell your home.

Contact us for a free loft conversion consultation in Islington If you need some details about transforming your current loft space with a custom loft conversion in Islington, our expert consultants are here to answer your questions and provide expert guidance. 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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