Basement Conversion
A great way to add more space and value to your home
Why relocate when you can extend your existing property with a basement conversion? Don’t move – improve your existing property to its full potential!
Why is a basement conversion a good idea?
A basement conversion or cellar conversion is a great way to add more space and value to your home.
Add value to your property
No need for planning permission (unless there are changes to the elevation)
Due to the rising costs of everyday living, people are finding it harder to afford to move into bigger houses when their families start growing.
If you already have a cellar area under your property, then the potential to carry out a basement conversion is there. Many houses have a basement which is the size of the entire footprint of the house, access to this space is already available via an existing staircase.
“With a little imagination and professional advice, we can convert your damp, dark unusable basement into a stunning, imaginative living space whilst simultaneously adding both space and value to your home.”
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The Process
We offer an initial free consultation to all our new clients. This typically involves a site visit and meeting with the client to establish the wants, needs, function and budget for the works in order to determine the merits of the project regarding construction, planning and design.
After discussing in detail the clients requirements we put forward a written proposal, based on the information we have obtained from the initial meeting, which will clearly explain our involvement in the project and our fees for each element.
Note: We also take care to notify the client of any Local Authority fees (such as planning fees if applicable) and other Consultants fees accordingly.
Following the initial discussions with our clients our aim is for them to do as little work as possible, and make the whole process as comfortable and stress-free as we possibly can. Many of our projects involve works which are carried out to occupied dwellings, and we realise that this can be a daunting process to many of our clients.
Site Survey
Undertaking of the building survey.
Production of two dimensional plans and elevations of the existing building.
Feasibility Stage
Initial design proposals, the production of two dimensional plans and elevations (if applicable). This will be demonstrated in a meeting where we will describe what and why we have done so you can understand the potential of your dwelling.
Some amendments/ changes are very typical of the design at this stage. We will meet up to discuss any changes that you may require or wish to explore.
Once we have revised the drawings they are re-submitted to the client for further tweaks. This process usually takes 2-4 revisions.
Not until the client is happy with the design and we are confident it will be buildable within budget and constructed to the satisfaction of the Local Authority are the plans submitted.
Submissions to Local Authority
We will prepare the final planning drawings and documentation ready for submission; applicable only if there are changes to the elevation.
We will monitor the application on a weekly basis and discuss any issues that may arise with the local authority with a view of removing any concerns either party may have. This generally includes the submission of changes to the previously submitted plans, elevations.
Subject to a successful planning approval we will upon your instruction commence with the building regulations technical drawn information and accompanying building regulations notes.
Once comments have been received back from building control we will update the drawings and notes as according and issue you with a set of working drawings and notes as approved ready to start on site.
Post Project Completion
Once complete we will undertake the snagging of the works, three months post completion we will then undertake a final check to make sure the project has been completed in accordance with the brief and that all prior approvals have been discharged.
Six months post completion we will contact you to see how you are getting on and if there is any issues we can help you with.
Does your building have the potential for a great basement conversion?
Basement conversions add value to properties and offer a great solution where more space is needed.
With modern technology and products the days of poor quality cellar conversions are over. We're so confident in our conversions that we offer a 10 year guarantee on every project.
Conversion costs vary by project but Basement conversions maintain the original appearance of your house, have less planning permission implications and don't impinge on outside space.
We offer a free no obligation consultation to advise you on what is possible on your project. However here's some important considerations:
Access: Existing stairs are great start. They may need upgrading depending on the final use of the cellar.
Headroom: Ideally you'll need over two metres of headroom so careful consideration needs to be given to digging the cellar lower if needed.
Natural light: Cellars are better with some natural light. We offer standard windows, lightwells and sun tunnels to make your conversion look wonderful.
Electrics and plumbing: The construction stage is the perfect time to get these elements right. We offer fully guaranteed plumbing and electric services as needed.
Walls: Your cellar may be a series of tiny rooms but often it's possible to make one larger space by removing these walls and supporting the floors above.
