This small article will highlight the essential questions that have to be answered before you start a loft conversion on your property and whether or not you will be able to create the loft conversion to create the additional living or working space you require

The questions below have been provided buy Chappell Build Ltd a loft conversion London based specialist. Chappell Build state that most [spin]houses in London are suitable to be converted but still it is essential to check the following.

To begin with you will need to measure the space from the bottom of the ridge board to the top of the ceiling joists.

Generally if you have 2.3m clear between the ceiling joists and the apex of the roof (the highest point) then you should be able to convert your loft space.

Then you need to decide which type of loft conversion you would prefer:

Dormer
Velux
Mansard

Some roofs are more suited to the different types of conversion projects so it is recommended that you seek professional advice and also look what other similar houses on your road or in your area have had loft conversion and what type.

The next main question is how far you would like the loft to go:

A full conversion ready to use
Just the structural element

You should also get asked if your proposed conversion plan to increasing the volume of your home by more than 15 percent

Another important factor that may prevent your loft conversion or mean you may have to have a specific size or style of loft conversion is whether or not your property is in a conservation area. Make sure you do the research to find out.

The loft conversion companies you contact for quotes will also probably ask you what type of property do you have, is it a house or a flat? And have other properties in your area had similar conversions:

Do you have a combination boiler or a water tank in the loft as this will need to be taken into consideration when the loft conversion is designed initially
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Here were just a few very important questions we suggest you have the answers to these ready before you start considering a loft conversion project and that you contact a loft conversion specialist to help you answer them and if you can not.

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