Many of us would like more space in our homes, increasingly homeowners are doing this by converting their cellar to create a basement storey. Unlike loft space which lends itself best to creating additional bedrooms, a basement has a much more flexible range of uses, everything from additional family living space to a utility room. In addition basements can be converted with their own external entrance to create a self-contained unit. Converting an existing cellar from a storage area to habitable space involves only a change of use and does not require planning permission. However excavating the floor of a cellar to improve the ceiling height is treated as an extension and so may need planning permission. Modest extensions and alterations can be undertaken without a planning application under Permitted Development rights. In any case you should contact the local authority before planning any works.
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SERVICE OVERVIEW
When it comes to choosing a renovator to transfer the interior of your home, quality and trust should never be compromised. Working with a professional is an absolute must. With over 15 years experience and a real focus on customer satisfaction, you can rely on us for your next renovation, driveway set on home repair. Our installations are carried out by fully trained staff to the highest professional standards. Always on time and on budget.
WHY CHOOSE US
With over 15 years experience and a real focus on customer satisfaction, you can rely on us for your next project. We provide a professional renovation and installation services with a real focus on customer satisfaction.
- Financial Responsibility to Our Clients
- Superior Quality and Craftsmanship
- Quality and Value to the Projects We Deliver
- Highest Standards in Cost Control
- On Time and on Budget
- Real Focus on Customer Satisfaction
POPULAR QUESTIONS
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Do you do small single room cellar conversions?
Yes we do lots of single room cellar conversions, We also provide multi room complete basement conversions.
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Do I need to contact the local council if I want to do a basement conversion?
The relevant local authority become involved in the alteration of buildings for the grant of planning permission and building regulations approval. Planning Permission for a basement conversion would not normally be required unless it was for alterations to a Listed building or within a conservation area. However, when appointed our Architect would generally enquire with the local authority to check the planning status on behalf of our client. Building regulations approval would always be required for a basement conversion into habitable space covering elements of structure, means of escape, drainage, thermal requirements etc…
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Do you fit battery back-up kits to your sump pumps?
We offer our clients a range of sump pump stations dependant on site conditions, client requirements and budget.
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How is renovation project initiated?
A renovation project is initiated when everything has been evaluated and the basement is clear and dried.