Welcome To Dulwich Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion Process

If you’ve let your eyes skim down the length of this page you’re going to see a rather long list, detailing quite a few rather more ‘technical’ terms. The good news is that this information is provided as a courtesy – as we’ve found that plenty of homeowners get quite into experiencing the build of a new loft conversion. Quite simply, it’s the way we do business so that everyone knows where they stand throughout the project.

Now back to that list – we’ll take care of every step all the way through. Following the initial meeting, once we’ve collected all the measurements we’ll go away and build a scaled design of the projected conversion. Don’t worry – there’s no fee for this, and it’s a service we like to offer so our team of experts can all have a say. Everything from building regulations, planning – if needed – and building control can be handled via us.

Then we’re all set to go, we’ll arrange a date and get on with the task at hand. We’ll build the loft conversion all the way through to the hanging up the wallpaper stage – and of course, all fee’s and expenditure will be laid out as agreed.

Stages that make up a loft conversion:

1. Scaffolding Installation

Scaffolding to be erected where needed.

2. Roof Opening

Open up the roof with care to avoid unnecessary inconvenience. Allow 3-4 weeks.

3. Structural Support Installation

Steel structural supports for ceiling and dormer arrive and are installed.

4. Floor Joist Installation

The new floor joist is installed – usually this will be in the presence of the building inspector.

5. Dormer Construction

Built to create additional space and structure.

6. Interior Dormer Work

Inner aspects of the dormer are installed.

7. Inspection

Building inspector revisits for quality assurance.

8. Roofing Work

Roofer finalizes the dormer and installs guttering.

9. Partitioning

Internal partitions in the loft are completed.

10. Insulation Installation

Proper insulation is added for energy efficiency.

11. Window Fitting

Windows are installed for natural light and ventilation.

12. Staircase Construction

New stairway is created for loft access.

13. Electrical Work

Electrical points are installed precisely as per requirements.

14. Plaster boarding

Completed and left to rest for three days.

15. Flooring & Fixtures

Final decisions on flooring and fixtures, then installed.

16. Shower Room Installation

Shower room will be fitted presuming it has been agreed upon.

17. Fireproofing

Set up wherever necessary for safety compliance

18. Gutter Inspection

Checked to ensure they are secure and functioning.

19. Final Building Control Assessment

Officers review for fire regulations and overall suitability.

20. Decoration Ready!

The loft conversion is now complete and ready for decorating.