Many homeowners in Coventry and the surrounding areas choose to convert their lofts, often favouring this option over a house extension or garage conversion. But why are loft conversions so popular? We look at this below and explain the benefits you can enjoy with a professional conversion completed by My Safe Build, including:
Attic conversions are relatively quick and easy to complete, taking on average 4-12 weeks. In comparison, house extensions typically take 7-15 months, but simpler projects might be quicker. While the length of your conversion project depends on various factors, such as complexity, you can be confident that a loft conversion will be much quicker to complete than a traditional extension.
A key benefit of loft conversions is that they don’t eat into outside space. While an extension can potentially add more room than a loft conversion, it comes at the cost of losing valuable garden space. If your Coventry garden is already small or you aren’t happy with losing some of the garden, a loft conversion is an ideal solution because it lets you maintain your existing outdoor space while increasing the internal living area.
While a garage conversion also won’t impact the garden, you might currently use your garage as storage or a workshop. If that’s the case, converting the space may mean having to find alternative storage or workspace. Unless you have a lot of stuff in your attic, you won’t have the same issue with a loft conversion.
Loft remodels often fall under permitted development, meaning they don’t need planning permission from the local authority. While there are exceptions, and it’s important to consult a trusted builder about the requirements for your project, you will likely be able to convert your loft without having to deal with planning applications. Please note that attic conversions still require building regulations approval.
Converted lofts offer endless design possibilities. Tucked away at the top of the house, many homeowners in Coventry choose to use loft rooms as bedrooms, home offices, reading rooms, or hobby studios; essentially, any room that would benefit from peace, quiet and privacy. However, there are many other ways to use loft conversions. Here are some of our favourite options:
