Having a loft conversion can solve many a dilemma

Have you ever considered having a loft conversion but have put it off because of the cost or the inconvenience?  As well as providing some much needed extra space and increasing the value of your property, having a loft conversion can also be the answer to problems currently being experienced by many people.  Below we are some examples of some scenarios whereby a loft conversion has proved to be the perfect solution for some individuals:

David who was recently made redundant

David had worked for the same company for 25 years. He had been a loyal and hard worker and had rarely taken any sick leave. Therefore when he was suddenly called in one Monday morning and given the news that he was going to be made redundant after so many loyal years of working for the company he felt numb. He felt as though his world had ended and panic set in as to how he was going to pay his bills especially as other jobs were so hard to come by during the recession.

He then had an idea. Why didn't he start his own business working from home? He had the skills and knowledge. He had the necessary tools that he needed to work from home namely a computer and a telephone. The only obstacle in his way was space. His home was already crammed and every room was needed for everyday living. He also knew that one of the drawbacks of working from home was to combine working within a living area. Imagine having noisy children in the background as you try to speak to a client on the phone or having to clear you "office" before having dinner. David knew that he needed to separate his workspace from his living space. That's where the loft conversion provided the perfect solution. Up until that time it had been a wasted space where any unwanted items were stored.

Even though he has only had a partial conversion at this stage it's provided him with the perfect space to launch his own business and to be creative. It has also helped him to balance work and family life perfectly. Being made redundant doesn't have to be the end it can also prompt you to explore opportunities to better your quality of life and find the solutions to make that happen. This was certainly the case for David.

James and Elspeth who can't sell their home

James and Elspeth's family home had been on the market for almost 3 years. They have three children and the house is bursting at the seams. The lack of space was causing massive tension in the household. However they decided to try to resolve matters with a different approach. They arranged for a builder to come along and provide a free quotation for a loft conversion. This seemed a perfect solution as currently that space was not being used. The person who called out to them assured them that their roof height was sufficient to give them two more bedrooms and a bathroom. They were amazed. They could not believe that that space that was currently only storing unwanted junk could provide them with so much space!

This loft conversion would now provide a bedroom each for the children and a spare room for Elspeth to be able to pursue her craft and have some much needed space for peace and quiet.

The good news was that all this would cost a lot less than buying a new home. It also will help increase the cost of their current home should they want to sell in the future when the market improves. However when the project is completed it is doubtful that they will want to move again as they will be so happy with their new living space.

Angela and Mike who are having another baby

Angela and Mike's mid terrace was the perfect starter home until baby number two arrived unexpectedly. Although delighted to have a brother for Molly they were only too aware that the two bedrooms that they currently had (due to having converted the previous spare bedroom into a bathroom and shower room) would not be adequate. That's when Angela came up with the idea to convert the attic space into an additional bedroom. This proved to be the perfect solution and Molly is now the proud owner of a brand new bedroom in the loft space which she proudly shows off to all of her friends.

Divorced couples starting over again

Leonard and Carol love each other dearly. They had both met each other after having recently got divorced. Both had children from their previous marriages and whilst they were fortunate that all the children got along well with each other, they were only too aware of the stress being caused by suddenly living in such cramped conditions. Leonard had moved into Carol's house which had been more that big enough before he moved in too. Moving to a new house was not an option as having just gone through a divorce they could not afford to upgrade. Leonard's daughter came up with the perfect solution of having a loft conversion. Leonard cashed in some shares that he had kept invested for a rainy day and in the process provided some much need extra living accommodation. Result!

Stewart and Vanessa who's ageing parents need looking after

Vanessa's parents still lived in the house that she was brought up in.  Her parents, being fiercely independent wanted to continue living the property but sadly their health was deteriorating and they were struggling to continue living independently. Vanessa had considered moving them into sheltered accommodation but her parents had become distressed at the idea as they had always planned on Vanessa inheriting the house after they died.

Vanessa then found a solution to the problem namely to have a loft conversion that would provide some additional independent space that could used if her parents moved into their home. This would be ideal as her parents wouldn't have to lose their home, they could move in with Vanessa and her family but could still enjoy some independence via the extra space provided by the loft conversion.

All in all a simple loft conversion can provide answers to numerous scenarios and can also add value as well as extra space to your existing property. If you ever consider having a loft conversion regardless of where you live whether it be in London or aloft conversion in Bridgend
South Wales, remember to always choose an established reliable builder who can also provide testimonies of their work. This will help to ensure that the project runs smoothly to help you to achieve your dreams relatively stress free.