Essex and London Construction Loft Conversions
Loft Conversions
Loft conversions & loft renovations are popular in Essex & London. Many people choose to renovate their lofts where in love with their homes and neighbourhoods, not wanting to move but seeking some much needed additional space.
The Loft Conversion Process From Start To Finish
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
Before Essex and London Construction permit works to proceed, we ensure all pre-construction information has been prepared and on site at the loft conversion. This includes the construction phase plan, logistics plan, F10 if relevant and any survey information such as asbestos refurbishment and demolition surveys.
2. Mobilisation
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
When mobilising on site, we then ensure all staff have a full induction, including the emergency evacuation procedures, to ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation.
3. Enabling Works
1. The Pre-Construction Planning Stage
4. Loft Structural Works
Once fully site inducted, our team of CISRS qualified scaffolder's, erect the scaffolding to enable the loft conversion project where required. As a company, Essex and London Construction ensure scaffolding tags are in place and the scaffolding is inspected no more than every 7 days, in line with TG20:13 or approved design guidelines. On
Once fully site inducted, our team of CISRS qualified scaffolder's, erect the scaffolding to enable the loft conversion project where required. As a company, Essex and London Construction ensure scaffolding tags are in place and the scaffolding is inspected no more than every 7 days, in line with TG20:13 or approved design guidelines. Once the scaffolding is erected, we then create the opening in the roof and cover overhead to prevent water ingress to the loft renovation.
4. Loft Structural Works
6. Electrical Installation
4. Loft Structural Works
New structural steel support beams are delivered and installed for any structural alterations to the floor, dormer or roof extension.
5. Joinery Works
6. Electrical Installation
6. Electrical Installation
Carpentry and joinery works are then performed to the loft conversion, featuring insulation of walls, carpentry and joinery, which meet Building Control Regulation’s.
6. Electrical Installation
6. Electrical Installation
6. Electrical Installation
Fitting and commissioning of general fittings for the loft conversion, such as lights and sockets and electrical cabling to the loft conversion shall also occur.
7. Plastering
9. Window Installation
7. Plastering
Completion of the plaster boarding and plastering to all affected works areas, to include fire proofing as necessary and all data sheets will be added to the health and safety file by ELC.
8. Plumbing
9. Window Installation
7. Plastering
If an en-suite is selected as part of the loft conversion scope of works, the building team at Essex and London Construction will install shower fittings, water pumps, heating and sanitary fittings.
9. Window Installation
9. Window Installation
9. Window Installation
Windows are then installed, which if on a domestic property, will be supported by a FENSA certificate and included in the health and safety file and operations and maintenance manuals.
10. The Roof
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
9. Window Installation
When preparing the loft conversion roof, gutters and roof membrane are sealed and warranties included in the health and safety file and operations and maintenance manual on project completion.
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
When preparing the loft conversion for practical completion, internal decoration is also performed, including painting and siliconing edges, with COSHH data sheets added to the health and safety file.
12. Practical Completion
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
11. Completing The Roof Renovation
When works complete, the Client then issues their practical completion. Submission of the health and safety file and operations and maintenance manuals are then also issued to the Client with-in 14 days of project completion.
Essex and London Construction's Loft Contractors
Lofts With ELC
Home loft conversions are not easy as it sounds to be, especially if you are planning for DIY tasks. You do require hiring expert builders, such as Essex and London Construction who can provide the desired results within the stipulated time. But it is understandable that you may not know how to identify the best conversion company among the lot, since the present marketplace is a bit crowded.
Loft Conversion Contractors in London
Hiring a loft builder or company who is both reliable and efficient can be a challenging task to many first-timers. You can come across companies promoting themselves aggressively through various media platforms like the television, radio, newspaper, web, social media, etc. You need to hire someone like ELC who is competent, appropriate insurance, years of experience and expertise to back their claims of being the best in the domain. Also, the home loft conversion company needs to be reliable, competent and charge reasonably for their services. They also need to maintain approved time schedule and not overdo it, as it will only lead to further unwanted expenses.
Credible Loft Conversion Specialists In London And Surrounding Counties
To find companies like Essex and London Construction, you can seek assistance from friends, family members and neighbours to obtain recommendations. They might have had undertaken home loft conversions in the past and could offer you with good suggestions. Do not hire any company in haste since some money is definitely involved in the project. It will be wise to hire a local company like ELC, as we have a better understanding of the local building laws and regulations, plus know what to do and avoid. Making the right choice will obviously provide you with peace of mind and overall satisfaction.
Types of Loft Conversions with Essex and London Construction
Rear Dormer
Velux Loft Conversions
L Shape Dormer
A rear dormer loft conversion can also be done under permitted development, depending on size. This type of loft conversion uses the same construction method with the floor as the velux roof conversion. However, additional steel work is added to the rear dormer which makes the floor and ceiling space significantly bigger. This also gives the loft space better usability.
L Shape Dormer
Velux Loft Conversions
L Shape Dormer
Mainly seen on Victorian property’s, plus requiring planning permission, L shape dormers are a popular choice for home owners in need of as much space as possible. As a dormer loft conversion, this method utilises the rear roof space, as well as the main body of the house. The great benefit of an L shaped dormer, is that it can be added to an existing loft conversion.
Velux Loft Conversions
Velux Loft Conversions
Velux Loft Conversions
A velux loft conversion is the easiest conversion and can usually be done under permitted development. This means that no planning permission is needed as the roof structure stays the same. Such loft conversions with Essex and London Construction consist of the floor being beefed up with steel rolled steel joist's (RSJ's) if needed.
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