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• A loft conversion is either used as a bedroom,
  storage, teen den, entertainment room, children's
  playroom, home office or even a bathroom.
  Globally, loft conversions have become a welcome
  trend for those who desire to extend their
  property without using up space meant for the
  garden or any other thing. Checkout loft
  conversions for more info.
• This stems mainly from the fact that there are
  several benefits attached. The process of
  carrying out a loft conversion is one that is
  known to be complicated. Although it is possible
  for you to try out this project as a DIY, the
  fact remains that you would need the services of
  specialists or professionals who are basically
  trained to carry out such tasks. Sometimes, the
  use of a firm that is specialized in this service
  becomes a better and safer option.
• There is another type which is classified as
  conversion of non-residential spaces into
  residential spaces. These spaces include but not
  limited to docks, abandoned factories, water
  towers, warehouses and others. Among the various
  forms, this particular form is known to originate
  from the United States. It all started in the
  SoHo section, New York City within 1960. Click
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• It actually started with artists creating
  residential spaces within the upper outdated
  industrial buildings some of which were actually
  located with heart of the city. Within that
  period, the use of the lofts as residential
  spaces are known to be illegal since the
  buildings are not designated as residential
  property.
• Feasibility of a conversion
• Before the project of converting your loft to a
  usable space is initiated, several factors are
  supposed to be considered. Firstly, the loft
  space that is to be used for the project should
  be properly inspected to ensure that the
  dimensions are such that will make the planned
  conversion feasible. It should also be
  ascertained if the space under the roof bridge is
  spacious enough for headroom.
• The standard range of measurement in loft
  conversions is 2.3 metres although there is every
  possibility of getting such headroom space at 2.1
  metres. There should also be up to 2 metres space
  above the space for the access stairs. The roof
  should also be checked for any form of leakage
  signs and this could be ascertained through dark
  stains on the roof rafters.

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• In a case where leakages are confirmed on the
  roof of the property, repairs are carried out
  either prior to or during the conversion process.
  The type of conversion to carry out should also
  be decided on. This decision is mainly influenced
  by the property owner's taste and budget but
  mainly budget. It is better to initiate a process
  that is within your budget and also complete than
  initiate the one that is far beyond your budget
  and stop half way. Have a look at attic
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• Types of loft conversion
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• Rear Dormer
• In carrying out a rear dormer loft conversion,
  the builder creates a square end to the rear of
  your property with a flat roof. In doing this,
  enough additional height and floor space is
  created. The properties that are sure to benefit
  more from this are the semi detached and terraced
  properties since one is able to get more rooms or
  usable spaces within the loft. One other good
  thing about this is the fact that you may not
  necessary have to seek permission from your local
  planning authority before constructing the dormer.

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• Hip to Gable
• Hip to gable loft conversion involves a process
  where the sloping side of your building which is
  referred to as the hipped side is changed to a
  flat and gable end which tends to create more
  room space on the property. Space for the
  staircase is also not an issue when a hip to
  gable conversion is carried out on your property.
  This requires permission from your local
  authorities before you can initiate it.
• Front Dormer - Side Dormer
• When you talk about the front dormer loft
  conversion or the side dormer loft conversion, it
  is all about smaller dormers which are actually
  constructed to flow or flush with the existing
  property. In a situation where you have already
  planned a hip and gable construction but could
  not do it because of the need to obtain planning
  permission, it becomes necessary to settle for
  either the front dormer loft conversion or the
  side dormer loft conversion.
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• If you have decided not to move any property in
  order to accommodate your ever growing family
  size, then it becomes beneficial for you to
  engage in any of the mentioned. Do you want to
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• Summary
• At CC BUILDERS they provide Solutions for all
  types of construction from Office Refurbishment,
  Loft Conversions, New Builds, Extensions, Shop
  Fitter, Renovations etc for both domestic and
  commercial clients throughout London and the Home
  counties.
• Visit this site to learn more
• http//cctopbuilders.co.uk/loft-conversion/