Loft conversions are a great way to transform dark and cramped attics into bright, spacious rooms. At Cliden Construction (SE) Ltd, we undertake a range of conversions to maximise usable space in homes in Bexley and the surrounding areas we cover, including:
You can learn more about the different types of space-creating services we provide on our company blog. Here, we answer some frequently asked questions about hip-to-gable conversions, including:
With hip-to-gable attic conversions, you can elongate the staircase from the level below to create a continuation into the loft. This layout makes entering the loft much easier and safer, it also takes up less living space from the floor below.
One of the main benefits of choosing hip-to-gable loft conversions for properties in and around Bexley is that they create considerably more space in homes by opening up the headroom and floor space. Homeowners can also combine hip-to-gable conversions with dormer conversions to construct enough space to create additional bedrooms and bathrooms while drastically increasing the size of the home.
Creating additional practical and attractive spaces can add value to properties. We recommend checking with your local estate agent to gauge how much value an attic conversion could add to your home.
Choosing a hip-to-gable conversion over a dormer conversion will depend on the style of your existing roof. A hip-to-gable conversion is needed to maximise floor space if you have a hip-shaped roof. Sometimes, a small dormer can be added to hipped roofs, which may create enough headroom for your requirements, but it is more common that the building structure will need to be altered.
Our experts are happy to advise you on all aspects of the hip-to-gable, dormer and mansard conversions we construct.
Hip-to-gable loft conversions are appropriate for semi-detached and detached homes and bungalows. They are most often found on end-of-terraced and semi-detached properties.
Hip-to-gable conversions can’t be added on a mid-terraced home without a sloping side.
Hip-to-gable loft conversions must blend seamlessly with the original structure so the new area doesn’t look like an odd add-on. These types of conversions can be seen from the front of houses, so it is often required that they are in keeping with the existing home in or around Bexley.
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