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Homeowners all over Essex and the rest of the UK are picking up on a trend that allows them to stay in their present homes and still gain more living space for their families. And it can be done without encroaching into precious garden space. The answer lies in making use of all of that empty room in your loft. The beautiful county of Essex is located to the northeast of Greater London and is one of the most populated counties in England with approximately 1.6 million people living there. Some sections of Essex closer to London are part of the Metropolitan Green Belt. There are a number of large urban areas in Essex with a variety of housing ranging from older homes to newer developments made just for commuting to and from London. The many small towns, villages and hamlets are picturesque, built largely with the traditional materials of timber and brick, with clay tile or thatched roofs. If you live in Essex, with its largely rural surroundings, you are fortunate indeed, but perhaps your family has outgrown the home you've always cherished or you feel the need of more room for other reasons. In today's economy, moving house is expensive, as well as time-consuming. But what if you could have an extra room or two without moving? It is possible. A loft conversion in Essex may be just the solution you're looking for. All of that empty space over your head could be turned into a beautiful new bedroom with en suite, a children's playroom or a home office. Loft conversions in Essex and other parts of the UK have become a very trendy thing to do and it's no wonder when you consider the benefits. You get the extra room you need without having to move. You can take the opportunity to increase the insulation in your roof during the conversion, making your home more energy-efficient and saving you money over the years. Modern roof insulation can reduce a typical heating bill by up to 20%. Also, a loft conversion can be very cost-effective compared with all of the expenses associated with moving and, when it is done, you will have increased the value of your home by 20-30%. If you're handy, a loft conversion in Essex could be a DIY project, but most homeowners benefit from having a professional loft conversion company do the work. With a team of fully trained tradesmen to handle every aspect of the conversion, from any structural changes needed to plumbing and electrical, a loft conversion company can generally complete a project in as little as seven weeks, with larger projects requiring ten weeks. If your loft conversion in Essex requires more floor space, a Dormer loft conversion, which requires a roof extension, will be recommended. A Mansard loft conversion also allows for the maximum amount of space in your loft. Lastly, a Hip to Gable conversion requires major changes to the roof and is done when a loft doesn't have enough space in it to make any other conversion possible. During construction, parts of the existing ceiling will be removed to accommodate a stairwell and sometimes, the existing roof structure must be altered, depending on the type of loft conversion required for each individual home. Every care is taken to ensure that your family's regular routine is disrupted as little as possible. Most of the building materials can be lifted up to the construction site on the outside of the house. Water tanks will be moved to another location or replaced with a new system that doesn't require a tank, as you wish. The loft conversion company will also be sure to match architectural details, fixtures and fittings to the rest of your home as nearly as is possible. Costs will vary from house to house but a reputable Essex loft conversion company will always give you a firm price before work begins. This price will not change unless you request major changes during the construction of your loft.
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