Types of Loft Conversions
Loft conversions can be an excellent addition to your home, especially if you're seeking to boost your property value AND expand your living space at the same time. However, when it comes to selecting the most suitable type of conversion for your property, there is a lot to consider.
Here at Apex Loft Conversions, we specialise in designing and building three key types of conversions:
Choosing the most suitable type of loft conversion for your home often starts with an initial survey where our expert team is able to audit your bespoke requirements, existing structure of your home, and budget.
Book your FREE survey for your loft conversion in Hertfordshire or North London on 07468 415 806 or use our contact form.
Here's a breakdown of each type of loft conversion we provide...
Dormer Loft Conversions
Dormer loft conversions are usually recommended by designers and builders where space and headroom are at a premium. The construction of the dormer consists of extending the roof outwards to create the additional space and headroom required for the converted loft space to be a practical and fully functional room. Dormer loft conversions are clearly identifiable and sit in a box shape as you can from one of our most recent dormer conversion below.
Key Benefits
Fits many roof typesv: This type of loft conversion is suitable for many different types of roofs including hipped roofs, pitched roofs, and flat roofs. It's arguably the most versatile type of loft conversion.
Increased floor space: If increasing floor space is at the top of your priority list for your conversion, dormer conversions are an excellent choice. As a dormer extends outwards from the existing roof, it provides more usable floor space.
Enhanced headroom: As well as increasing floor space, you can also expect to benefit from enhanced headroom as a result of the design and construction work. This is ideal for lofts with low ceilings, allowing for more comfortable living areas.
Suitability
This type of loft conversion is usually suitable for homeowners that are seeking more space and headroom, especially if their existing loft is too cramped or low. For example, where options and headroom is limited, a dormer is a great solution. Apex Loft Conversions regularly offer this solution for semi-detached and terraced properties.
Velux Loft Conversions
Velux loft conversions are the most simplest, cost-effective and straightforward types of conversions that we provide across North London and Hertfordshire. This type of conversion involves minimal construction work with the installation of velux windows being the main type of work completed to enhance natural light. There's no alteration with your existing roofline required and you can expect the work to be completed within just a few weeks if there are no complexities.
Key Benefits
Maximises natural light: if you are converting your loft space into a bedroom or home office, natural light is paramount. Fortunately, that's exactly what you benefit from with this type of loft conversions. Windows installed transform your loft into a bright space.
Enhances usable space: Velux loft conversions enhance your usable space so that there is no requirement for extensions. Therefore, you preserve your outdoor space at the rear of your property whilst extending your property upwards.
Preserves roof structure: Looking to preserve the existing structure of your roof? If this is important to you, this type of conversion may be your go-to option. This is because Velux conversion maintains your home's appearance without compromise.
Suitability
In terms of suitability, we recommend this type of conversion for smaller loft areas. If you are a homeowner that's seeking a quick and minimally disruptive way to enhance your loft or attic space, you may want to chat to us today. Apex Loft Conversions regularly design and construct Velux loft conversions for detached, semi-detached and homes with high-pitched roofs.
Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions
If you have a hipped roof that affects the internal headroom of a loft space, a hip-to-gable loft conversion may be an option for you to consider and could be recommended by our team. This type of conversion focuses on maximising the available interior space so that you can transform the space into your desired functionality and outcome. The construction work involved includes extending the hip of a sloped roof to create a gable end.
Key Benefits
Improves roofline symmetry: A hip-to-gable loft conversion can actually enhance curb appeal and the aesthetics of your home which is always a bonus. This is because the construction work makes your house appear more balanced and symmetrical.
Allows for multiple rooms: If creating multiple rooms or a multi-purpose room is at the top of your priority list for your loft conversion, this can certainly be achieved. You can create rooms such as a bedroom and a bathroom that co-exist.
Minimal impact on neighbours: This type of conversion focuses on the side of your house, and therefore you can expect minimal impact on neighbouring homes, especially when compared to the above extensions.
Suitability
Hip-to-gable loft conversions are suitable for homeowners with hipped roofs who are seeking to maximise loft space whilst improving the appearance of their home. Our team of architects and builders often recommend this type of conversion for the following types of properties: semi-detached homes, detached houses, and end-of-terraced properties.
Further Considerations
When selecting the most suitable type of loft conversion for your home, Apex Loft Conversions will be here for you every step of the way.
Hopefully by reading the above key points on each type of conversion, you are now much better informed.
Here are some further considerations when selecting a type of conversion:
Headroom: If the height from the floor to the ceiling in your loft is less than 2.2 metres, it's highly likely that the type of loft conversion required will be either a hip-to-gable or a dormer conversion. This is to increase headroom.
Roof Structure: Another key consideration to determine the type of conversion is your existing roof structure. This will influence which conversion is most practical and the required construction work needed.
Planning Permission: The types of conversion we provide fall under "permitted planning" and rarely require planning permission meaning we can often get to work right away. However, Mansard loft conversions are likely to require permission.
Some conversions (e.g., Mansard) may require planning permission, while others may fall under permitted development rights.
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