Loft Conversions in Lewisham, London


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What are loft conversions?

The process of transforming an empty loft space into functional storage or accommodation rooms is known as a conversion loft. 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. The various factors that you need to consider are the possible conversion use, the size and the planning permission that you would require.

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Loft Conversions in Lewisham

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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We, at Elite Builders London provide loft conversion services in London. In Lewisham, Elite Builders London is known for providing quality extensions and loft conversions to fit the style of your home. Our vast experience makes us the ideal choice for your loft conversions.

You can have an additional space by getting a loft conversion for your living room, cleanroom or office. We ensure that the conversion and the style of your loft complements 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 having a loft conversion in Lewisham is a good choice?

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion makes you feel as if 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 you. In Lewisham, 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. It is a worthwhile investment to use your empty space and turn it into something functional.

Loft conversion services that we offer in Lewisham 

In Lewisham, 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 in Lewisham 

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

Rules and regulations for loft conversions in Lewisham

From the design stage to the completion stage, we take care of every step during your loft conversion. We also provide help and guidance regarding the regulatory building and planning authority permits.

Installation and design of loft conversion Lewisham

Our designers can provide you with excellent architectural sketches in Lewisham

Lewisham dormer loft conversions

Dormer loft conversions are a great choice for houses that have a small headroom margin. Dormer loft conversion is most popular in Lewisham. A dormer loft allows you considerable head height and space for a full-sized bathroom and a bedroom. The timeframe for this conversion is usually seven weeks and you normally do not require a planning permit. A dormer is built up from the roof slope in most cases. This means that most of the work would be done with external scaffolding.

The Velux loft conversion services in Lewisham location 

A Velux window loft requires less roof destruction and is normally non-disruptive. The roof is left untouched and the property is fitted with Windows.
In Lewisham this loft conversion normally does not require planning permits. A Velux loft conversion is a good choice for a loft with an adequate amount of headroom.

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

L-shaped loft conversion services in Lewisham

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

Lewisham Mansard loft conversion services

The Mansard loft conversions are the most pleasant loft conversions.

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

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

For your Mansard loft conversion, we can provide you a fantastic service delivery. 

Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Lewisham 

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

Custom loft conversion services in Lewisham

If you have any loft conversion types that you want for your home, we can help you with it. We have custom loft conversions for our customers in Lewisham.  We’re going to be there to help you in every step of the project — from the planning to the final part.

Our loft conversion process in Lewisham 

Step one surveying the location 

Once you establish contact with us, we will set you up for a meeting with our loft conversion specialist. This allows us to discuss in detail with you and to determine what kind of loft conversion design you will need in Lewisham. 

The amount of time required to survey your house depends on the size of your attic. It will take more time if you have a lot of space in the attic.  Usually, each visit takes out around 40 to 45 minutes on average.

Step two: giving you a quotation

In order to provide you an accurate quotation, we will need the full architectural drawings.

The quotation will be given to you in person or an email will be sent to you 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 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 Lewisham from the start till end and ensure your satisfaction. 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 Lewisham? 

Some of the advantages of hiring elite builders London in Lewisham are as follows. 

  • Experience:

    In Lewisham, 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 Lewisham.

  • Accredited:

    Having all the relevant accreditations allows elite builders London to offer exceptional quality services relating to design and construction. All of the finished products that we deliver, whether they’re offices or homes, we make them to the highest safety standards.

  • 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 Lewisham.  Quality loft conversion Elite builders London loft conversion projects are executed to meet set standards.  Solving difficult problems that come with loft conversions is part of the job for our projects in Lewisham. 

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Why having a loft conversion in Lewisham is a good choice?

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion makes you feel as if 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 you. In Lewisham, 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. It is a worthwhile investment to use your empty space and turn it into something functional.

Take advantage of the free consultation session for your loft conversion in Lewisham. You don’t have to decide everything about the latest loft conversion project on your property in Lewisham as our diverse team of highly qualified professionals is always present to guide you every step of the way. 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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