Loft Conversions in Westminster, London


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What is a loft conversion?

The transformation of an empty loft space into something functional such as a storage or accommodation room is called a loft conversion. In the UK, loft conversions have recently gained more popularity because of 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. The style of your loft conversion will be based upon the style of your house. Factors to be considered are size, possible conversion use, and the sort of planning permission you’ll need to seek.

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Loft conversion services in Westminster

Did you know that a loft conversion can increase the value of your house by 25%? Do you want to convert a vacant area of your home and turn it into a living storage space?

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

Do you need an additional loft conversion for a living room, lounge, playroom, bathroom, or office loft? We ensure that the conversion and the style of your loft complements your existing structure. We have the reputation of being architectural design experts. We ensure that your loft fits your property and is architecturally valid to offer you the highest efficiency.

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Why do a loft conversion in Westminster?

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. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom for a three-bedroom house could raise its value up to 25%, according to a survey conducted by the National building society.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. You can turn your empty loft into a space such as a bathroom, a bedroom or a gym in Westminster. In the long run a loft conversion pays for itself.  The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

Our loft conversion services in Westminster 

Elite Builders London provides you with stress free loft conversions in Westminster.

Planning loft conversions in Westminster

Our architects at elite builders London can provide building regulations and planning documents which have to be submitted to the local council in Westminster.

Rules and regulations for loft conversions in Westminster

From the design stage to the completion stage, we take care of every step during your loft conversion. There are certain permits required by regulatory billing and planning authorities with which we can hope you.

Installing loft conversions in Westminster

Our designers can provide you with excellent architectural sketches in Westminster

Westminster dormer loft conversions

Small headroom measurement houses usually prefer dormer loft conversions as it is best suited for them. Dormer loft conversion is most popular in Westminster. Conversion into a Dormer loft gives a considerable amount of head height and enough space in most lofts 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.  Usually a dormer is built up from the roof slope. External scaffolding would be required for the majority of the work. 

Velux loft conversions in the Westminster area

Velux window loft conversion requires minimal roof destruction and is non-disruptive. A fitting is done with Windows and the roof is left untouched.
This loft conversion does not require planning permits in Westminster. A Velux loft conversion gives you considerable headroom. 

Moreover, if your property has planning constraints, you should consider a Velux conversion loft.

Westminster L-shape loft conversion services 

In Westminster, an L-shaped loft conversion is a popular choice.  An L-shaped loft conversion gives you enough floor area to have full sized bedrooms and a bathroom.  Its back is adjusted to be in a lower position, so that the ceiling height will be sufficient.

Westminster Mansard loft conversions

The Mansard loft conversions are the most pleasant 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 planning permission is mandatory for Mansard loft conversions and it is also more expensive due to its structural requirements. 

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

Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Westminster 

A hip to gable conversion is ideal for you if you have an unoccupied space. This conversion provides you with adequate space by extending the range to meet the wall outside. 

Custom loft conversion services in Westminster

We can customise your loft conversion depending upon your requirements. We design, complete and customise loft conversions for our customers based in Westminster. From the start to the end of the project, we make sure to help you in every step.

The process of our loft conversion services in Westminster

Step one inspection

Once you establish contact with us, we will set you up for a meeting with our loft conversion specialist. This meeting will allow us to discuss and go over all the details of your home and we would advise you on what kind of loft conversion design that you will need in Westminster.

The size of the attic will determine the amount of time that it would take to complete the survey.  A larger attic would consume more time. Each visitation takes around 45 minutes on average.

Step two: providing you with a quotation

We would need architectural drawings of your property in order to give you an accurate quotation.

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

Step three: completing your project

If you choose our services, we will request a first instalment which would be a percentage of the total cost.  Once the instalments are agreed, we will give you a timescale for the project. 

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.

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

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

  • Experience:

    In Westminster, 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 Westminster.

  • Accredited:

    Having all the relevant accreditations allows elite builders London to offer exceptional quality services relating to design and construction. 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:

    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 Westminster. 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 Westminster. 

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Why do a loft conversion in Westminster?

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. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom for a three-bedroom house could raise its value up to 25%, according to a survey conducted by the National building society.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. You can turn your empty loft into a space such as a bathroom, a bedroom or a gym in Westminster. In the long run a loft conversion pays for itself.  The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

If recession of advice and guidance is only a phone call away for your loft conversion project Westminster. If you have questions about how to go about your latest loft conversion project in Westminster, our team of experts and professionally qualified workers can answer all of them and help you make the right choice. By giving us a call on (020) 8987 8071, you can request a free quotation for your latest loft conversion.

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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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