Some roofs lend themselves more easily to loft conversions than others.
One of the main things that you need to check is the existing height of your loft. The way to do this is to measure from the bottom of the existing ridge beam (the timber beam running below the ridge) to the top of the existing ceiling joists. If this measurement is at least 2.1m then you will normally be able to convert your loft easily.
If you do not have the 2.1m then it is often possible to have your loft converted. There are a number of options which include lowering your top floor ceilings (which really isn’t as dramatic as it sounds), using special timbers and steels to gain as much additional height as possible, or raising the ridge of the roof slightly. If you live in a road where there are many types of roofs and loft conversions in London then it may be possible to re-pitch your roof to gain even more space, although this does require planning permission.
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