Q. How Much Does A Loft Conversion COST?
A. On average a Velux conversion can cost anything between £22-£28K and a full dormer conversion depending on size and layout can cost anything between £35-£45K. Hip to gable can be considerably more by £4-£6k on average
Q. Can My Loft Space Be Converted?
A. Almost all unused loft spaces can be converted (Traditional cut & pitch roof) would require a min of 2.3m form existing joist to ridge, (Truss roof) would require a min of 2.5m. Alternatively if your current loft space does NOT have the required height then lowering the the ceiling joist below is another option.
Q. Where Will Our Stairs Be Positioned?
A. Normally the new staircase is positioned directly above the existing staircase, alternatively depending on the size of rooms some people are happy to divide the area.
Q. Do We Need Architectural Drawings & Planning Permission ?
A. Drawings are a must and BMC can arrange full drawings and planning permission, if required. However, unlike drawing, planning permission is not usually required. The only times it maybe required is where you extend or alter the roof space and it exceeds specified limits, is based in a conservation area or changes street view. Give us a call and we can chat you through this.
Q. Where Can I Get Our Drawings Done?
A. Look no further we can help and advise you with this. We have been working in this industry for a long time now and know that different jobs require different architects, give us a call and we can set you on the right path.
Q. Is The Work Under Contract?
A. YES we provide a written contract in detail, 5% deposit is required before work is started. We also provide a schedule of works so you and our contractors know we are on track and time. We will also put the schedule and a copy of of the scope of works into the Health & Safety folder that will be left on site for the duration.
Q. Will There Be Much Mess and Disturbance?
A. We keep mess and disturbance to a minimum. We load the majority of materials into the loft from the outside. Only when we install the new staircase and change the internal doors in which case we protect flooring/carpet throughout hovering through at the end of each day.
Q. Do You Just Do Loft Conversions?
A. No, BMC Loft Conversions carry out all aspects of building work in the domestic properties in Portsmouth and across the south coast. Check out our Past Projects page to see some of our other work.
Q. Do You Hold Or Are You Fully Insured?
A. Yes, BMC Loft Conversions Portsmouth are Fully insured to carry out ALL aspects of building works, Our public liability covers us for 10 Million pounds. We provide all our details in our H&E folder before work commences. We have at least one person on site that is H&S trained at all times. We are CHAS accredited
Q. Do you offer A Guarantee for the building work?
A. Yes all work undertaken by BMC Loft Conversions Portsmouth is GUARANTEED as standard for a 5 year period other than where manufacturers guarantees apply.
