Comments on: Will A Loft Conversion Add Value?

By: Kevin Fitzpatrick

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:46:03 +0000

Having worked in the loft conversion industry for over 20 years and designed and built hundreds I completely believe that a conversion not only gives you a beautiful new space usually the best room in your home but also adds real value. K.fitzpatrick additional rooms ( loft conversions)

By: jools

jools — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:09:43 +0000

Sam, insulating a loft conversion should not be too difficult as the loft will have to conform to the relevant building regulations reglating to U values in both construction techniques and materials used. Any decent builder will happily discuss this with you or why not do some enquiring at your local building merchants – they should only be too happy to give advice.

The rafters, perlins and roof space should still be breathable to prevent rot due to condensation. I used 2 x 2″ jablite polystyrene sheets conterbattened to provide air flow in mine and it is fine. Snow stays on the roof for ages therefore proving that insulation is doing its job!

Whether it will add value is down to how much you spend, the standard of work and what space you actually achieve and whether it is useable. Obviously very difficult to say as I dont know your specifics. My advice – get lots of quotes and make sure you take up references and not those just given to you by your contractor. Get independent refs. Be aware of costs of things like plasterboards, plaster etc so you can see if you are being ripped off and get an idea of local daily rates for skilled tradesmen, labourers etc.

Dont forget that most loft conversions must also comply to building regs regarding fire egress and most will need 1/2 to 1 hr fire resistant construction products (pink drywall), a fire door and a closer unit on the door especially if the room is to be used as a bedroom. If you don’t comply you may have difficulty when trying to sell if you dont have the appropriate certificates.

Good luck

By: Kirsty Hulse

Kirsty Hulse — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 12:16:36 +0000

I have just received a reasonable quote from http://www.trussloft.co.uk, has anybody used them before?

By: Sam Graham

Sam Graham — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 11:55:57 +0000

How difficult are loft conversions to insulate? I am wondering whether a loft conversion will add value long term or just increase my utility bills?

By: Loft Conversion London

Loft Conversion London — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:47:37 +0000

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By: Howard Johnson

Howard Johnson — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:20:03 +0000

The trick is to make the work look like it was part of the original construction, I have been converting lofts for over 25 years and know all the tricks. Take a look, http://www.johnson-joinery.co.uk

By: Darren Scott

Darren Scott — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:37:27 +0000

I can confirm that loft conversions are a great “hidden asset” having built many over the past 20 years.

Darren Scott
http://www.dscottloftconversions.co.uk