Do you need more space? Home life a wee bit crowded? Thinking of moving but hate the thought of the expense and not being able to secure that right mortgage? Well the answer could be just above your head with a fabulous loft conversion to provide you with that extra space you are looking for. By converting the unused space in your loft you will be able to create that extra room you have been search for such as an extra bedroom or some office space plus the bonus that the money you spend is not lost, just invested into you home because once complete the conversion will certainly add value to your property and this is usually more than what the initial cost of the conversion was. Plymouth Roofing Solutions have an abundance of knowledge and experience in performing conversions in the private and commercial sectors. No matter what the size we can be your team of choice.
If your having any problems with your loft space or just need more information please feel free to contact Plymouth Roofing Solutions 01752 201077 where a member of our staff will be happy to talk with you and give you some free advice, make an appointment to suit your needs and perform a free detailed survey pack.
We will then provide you with a cost and if you decide to choose us to complete your conversion we will manage the project from start to finish taking control of all aspects of design and build to suit your requirements. We can, on your behalf, instruct an architect to complete a detailed survey of your property to enable a set of specific plans to be drawn up and designed to your specific requirements.
Our quotation will be calculated and based from these drawings and all building works will be carried out as per the drawings and building notes regulations to include the necessary 1st and 2nd fix for all trades involved. We will identify any problems on the drawings and/or in the building notes with the build once started and liaise with the architect to resolve any RFI issues. We will project manage the complete proposal and keep you fully updated with weekly target programs for each weeks progress of the works.
We will procure all materials allowing for leading times and arrange all necessary viewings from Building Control up to final inspection to ensure all regulations are met and the project has past all inspections.
The plans and drawings should be specifically designed to meet all current Building Regulations to enable the proposed loft conversion project to be completed to your specific requirements. All plans will be submitted for Building Regulations approval of which your local Building Control will charge you a fee for their inspections at the appropriate time. Your proposed loft conversion project will be constructed and finished as per the layout and design of your drawings and plans drawn up by the architect instructed and approval by Building Control. Our aim is to carry out all the necessary works causing as minimal disruption as possible to your everyday family life.
Gaining permission from the local authority
The law regarding planning permission can be a bit strange. The norm is that if a loft conversion that is going to have a dormer extension will require planning permissions and they are usually only granted when proposed construction is at the rear. That said we have carried dormer extensions where planning permission was not required and the dormer extension was built at the front of the property, the only requirement was Building Regulations approval. This is always a must if you want to be able to market your property as a loft conversion extra bedroom.
Dormer extension is only really necessary if you have limited space in your loft as it does open up the eves. If you already have a lovely big space in your loft then you wont need a dormer and can save yourself a lot of money. If this is the case and your just thinking of having a loft conversion only with roof window lights, planning permission will not be necessary; all that will be required is Building Regulations approval from Building Control.
We use a very experienced architect who has a vast knowledge in the loft conversion field and who deals with the local authorities on a daily basis. He will survey your home and the surrounding area, design, plan and submit all drawings and structural calculations to local authorities building control for their approval. You will also receive a draft copy for your approval prior to application being sent to building control.
What we Provide:
Plymouth Roofing Solutions have agreements with merchants to supply us with all materials at competitive prices. We only use top quality merchants procuring top quality materials for your proposed project. If any project is taken to fruition it will be project managed to ensure that every element of your build and design is taken care of at the highest standard. Our manager will also work closely with you, giving you weekly progress reports and he will be there to answer any queries you may have. We protect your carpets throughout the entire duration of the works by laying carpet protection or hard floor protection; this protection is left down until all works are completed. We try our upmost to minimize your daily family routine allowing you to carry on with your normal day-to-day family life.
Loft Conversion Design Ideas
The majority of people use their loft as a storage place. You’ll find Christmas Decorations, holiday suitcases, and lots of other sundry items you feel necessary to keep but not always wanting it in the main house. This is not the best way to use all that space to its best potential.
Your loft can be a fantastic useable area for either yourself or your kids. It can be used for a bedroom, an office or even a gym. It your choice how its used but used correctly it can transform your home. If you decide to convert your loft there are a few different choices you may want to think about as it can change the cost implication for the works.
If you already have a large loft space area of 'A' frame design incorporating a high ceiling space, you may just require some roof windows installed. This is the cheapest option available.
You may have a 'A' frame design loft with a high ceiling level but a sloped hip end considerable reduces is usability. You can either choose to install a side hip dormer extension or more commonly change the hip to a gable end creating a huge loft space and very useable area with roof windows front and rear.
If you want the full Monty why not go for a dormer extension to the rear elevation. This will open up the loft again to a desirable useable living area. Those of you with sloped hip end roof can even decide to have a gable end built and a rear dormer with roof windows only in the front elevation. This would totally transform the loft space into something huge.
Plymouth Roofing Solutions are here to help Plan Your Loft
Plymouth Roofing Solutions can help and assist you when planning the most suitable loft conversion design which suits your requirements best and with a fixed budget. Its important to consider what this loft space is going to be used for. Is it going to have a couple of bedrooms and a bathroom, one big airy spaced bedroom with an ensuite, or and office room. The amount of natural light is important so choosing where you want you roof light windows and the amount of windows you require is vital to get the correct end effect of natural light during the day.
As lofts are commonly used as storage paces its important to understand you are going to loose all that storage space, however you will still have some in the eve section of the roof as we do install access doors into the eves but its not advised to pack it tight with an abundance of items.
If we are instructed to provide the drawings and plans we will issue the client with a copy so as they can see the present plans and the proposed conversion with or without dormer extension. If you are thinking of a loft it is recommended to have a chat with your neighbors’ and gentle let them know what your planning. It will be less of a shock to them when they receive a consent notice through the door from the Planning Department explain what you are proposing and asking them if they give consent or have any concerns. Remember, your neighbours can object to permission if they feel the need. They don’t always succeed with their objection but they can try.
Please feel free to contact us for further advice
If you are interested in booking a survey for any of our services or just a roof safety check, please contact Plymouth Roofing Solutions on 01752 201077 and a member of our team will be happy to help or advise you.
We will make an appointment and one of our surveyors will come to see you, survey the project, have a chat, and give you some free advice. Our team is dedicated in listening to what you have to say and accommodating your every need. We will advise you on what we think would be best and never recommend doing any more than is required or necessary. We also we attempt a solution that stays within a budget that you may have.
Our professional team of qualified tradesmen carries out their work to the highest standard causing you as minimal disruption as possible to your day-to-day life and always leaves the job clean and tidy on a daily basis. We have public liability insurance of £10 million pounds that can be viewed on request. We have skilled tradesmen in all forms of carpentry, roofing, lead work, and lead welding.
