The loft is one of the most dormant areas of the house.
Though dormant, it can prove to be beneficial in terms of creating living
space. The loft is the best place in which one can create an extra room or rooms
depending on the size of the loft. Loft
extension Kent is an
easy task to be carried out. In most cases the building owner does not require
to have a specific permit in order to commence the structural changes. In some
cases having a permit is mandatory. This is why it is important to check with
the local authorities and find out if any official documentation and
inspections are required. This is usually the first step towards the extension
process.
What
to consider
Once a person is given the go ahead on the construction process,
there are some key factors that should be considered before contacting the
architect. The first most important step of all is head space. The head space
is the actual space between the floor and the roof. The easiest way to
determine whether there is enough head space is by standing up straight and
simply deciding whether the head space is enough.
In the case that there is not enough head space, then it
will be necessary to do some structural changes on the roof. This is something
that should be mentioned to the architect so that he or she can be able to make
the proper building plans. There are other factors that should be taken into
consideration before opting for loft extension and it is up to the owner to
perform a deep research on this issue.
