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How to do a loft conversion Loft conversion helps you to create usable space within the existing footprint of your house. How to do a loft conversion? The following areas are to be considered in doing a loft conversion: Every loft is not suitable for conversion, so consider the size and shape of the loft. Next, consider how you will access your converted loft space. If you think that the loft conversion is possible, then you should find out if it is legally permissible and economically affordable. The loft conversion building regulations are complex. It covers in details issues like fire protection, access and egress and insulation and also the usual building regulations are apply to all habitable space. The planning rules for loft conversion are simpler. However, it is always better to check with them before loft conversion. Finally, you should establish the cast of loft conversion. Loft conversion is cost effective and thus it is a popular option.

Building loft conversion Building loft conversion not only provides extra space but also also adds value to the property. The following things should be considered at the time of building loft conversion: Check if the loft is suitable for conversion. The easiest way to find out is to stand upright at its highest point, as this needs to be minimum 2.3m. When converting the loft to an extra bedroom or bathroom, the layout mainly will depend on the position of the staircase or plumbing arrangements. Also, consider the structure. You will need new beams in the roof and in the new floor in order to bear the floor weight and strengthen the roof when the existing rafters are removed. The planning permission is not always necessary, but for any extension work, you must contact your local planning office and enquire whether the work can be completed within permitted development. The loft conversion should follow Building Regulations. It is better to submit the full plans to the local authority building control, for advice on any changes required before beginning the work. Building loft conversion requires architectural drawn plans. If you use a building company specializing in loft conversion, you can check out the builder, look at their previous work and talk to their past clients to understand the quality of their work. The cost of the job varies depending upon its complexity and location. It is also a good idea to insure the work because of the large investment of building loft conversion.

Loft conversion drawings Loft conversion plans and drawings are required when a loft is converted for habitable use like a bedroom. Loft conversion drawings show Site Plan, Floor Plans, Sections, Elevations and Specification. Storage lofts seldom need structural alteration of the roof. Thus they don’t require formal plans.
Loft conversion plans and drawings usually specify:
Project Summery: It includes property address, client address, project summary, scale, date of completed plans, location plan and north indicator
Proposed Building Construction Drawings: It includes ground floor layout, first floor layout, second floor layout, loft floor layout, existing front back elevation and section through the conversion.
Drawing Annotations: It includes names of rooms, types of wall, building materials to use, building methods to employ and key dimensions of loft elements. Construction Notes: It includes systems of construction, sequence of conversion, location and summaries of work, material to use, standard of materials required, electrical installation and specified branded items.

Building regulations loft conversions If you wish to extend your home upwards, you are required to comply with the loft conversion building regulations. Building regulations are essential for planning a loft conversion. Building regulations loft conversions are used to ensure that the building work on your loft conversion is carried out correctly and according to the correct standards. The main areas to be considered are as follows: Structure: You should check if the roof is strong enough for the loft conversion. Fire Resistance: Your loft conversion should resist fire for a specific time, which is normally 30 minutes. Means of Escape and Access: The staircase to your loft conversion should resist fire for 30 minutes. If the staircase is not enclosed, then the doors on the upstairs landing need to be self closing. For further information: Websites of the local councils offers extra information regarding the building regulation in a particular area.