Why Consider A London Loft Conversion?

By Author: Stephen Winsten
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A London loft conversion can provide you with a viable and more cost effective alternative to moving home and a more convenient alternative to an extension. Extensions are useful but they can require extensive planning applications and you must take into account a number of considerations. There is a lot of floor space tied up in the loft of the average home, and it is one area that is usually vastly underused in the modern home.

A London loft conversion could help you increase the usable space in your home by as much as 25% to 30%. In a 2 reception, 3 bedroom house, this is the equivalent of adding two new rooms, in terms of space. You could add a new master suite with en-suite and even walk in wardrobes, create the perfect games and cinema room, or you could create an office or study that enables you to really get some work done out of the way of the rest of the house.

There are various types of London loft conversion that you can choose from and many different options when it comes to creating the perfect space. Many London loft conversion options do not even require planning permission although if you intend ...
... to install a dormer window then you should enquire with your loft conversion company, who should always advise you of the local planning authority regulations. Even in these cases, it isn't always necessary to

Regardless of whether you need planning permission or not, you will be required to meet certain building regulations. Such regulations are set out to ensure that there is adequate access and that your new conversion meets all of the necessary health and safety requirements. If you come to sell the property and you do not have the required permissions and have not met certain regulations then you will not gain the benefit of the converted room in the sale price or details.

A home with a London loft conversion can enjoy many benefits, but it is important that you choose a high quality conversion company. They will be able to advise you on all the legal aspects as well as the best options to make the most of your new space.

BespokeLofts.co.uk is a leading London loft conversion company providing a range of high quality conversions and extensions to help customers benefit from every inch of space they have.