If you’ve decided to have your loft converted, it can be difficult to know how to pick the right loft conversion company.

Finding The Right Loft Converters

When you’re choosing a loft conversion company, the one you decide to pick may depend on the type of loft conversion you want. For example, large loft conversions could require complex construction work - so it’s essential that you pick a suitable loft conversion specialist to carry out the work.

Plans and Planning Permission for Lofts

If you have a rough idea of what you want your loft space to look like, a good loft conversion company will be able to draw up the plans for you. If you require planning permission, a loft conversion specialist will sort this out for you.

Architects

Alternatively, you could take your ideas to an architect first and have them draw up your loft conversion. This way, you can take the plans to several loft conversion companies and ask them to quote you a price for the work. Then you’ll be able to get the best deal.

Check Out Builders

When looking for a loft conversion company, it’s worth doing a few checks. Try to find out about work they’ve done previously. A good loft conversion specialist will be happy to refer you to satisfied clients. You should aim for at least three referrals from customers who’ve had the same, or similar work completed by the loft building specialist. These should be up-to-date. If there are any gaps in employment, your alarm bells should be ringing.

Signing Contracts With Builders

Before you sign any contracts, make sure you’ve seen details of the company and their workers’ credentials. You should ask for their up-to-date insurance details and the qualifications of everyone who will be involved in the work.

Find a loft conversion firm that accepts card payments. If they only accept cash payments, or demand large amounts of cash up front, then the best advice is to steer clear.

Schedule of Works

When you’ve chosen a reputable loft conversion company, make sure that you have a start date and at least an estimated completion date. Ask for these in writing so that if anything goes wrong, you have something to fall back on. If there are any delays to your loft conversion, the company should keep you fully informed with updates.

Remember, loft conversions can be an investment and done properly, can add up to 15 percent to the value of your home. With this in mind, careful planning when you choose your loft conversion specialist is worth a little extra work.

Disclaimer

This information is for reference only as are all Top Tradespeople how to guides and information in our resource center. You should always seek expert advice when carrying out home improvements and property refurbishment.