The Cost Of A Loft Conversion

When thinking about the cost of a loft conversion one of the main things to think about is whether to buy an all inclusive package from a specialist builder or to allocate tasks to different tradesmen and manage the project yourself.  There are pros and cons to both approaches that will impact on the overall cost of a loft conversion.

The main advantage of an all inclusive package from a local builder is that the cost will be pretty much known right from the off-set.  However, it must be stressed that you should always have an emergency budget as loft conversion prices can increase should unexpected problems occur.

The other advantage to just dealing with one builder is of course convenience.  Many builders offer an all inclusive package that will include design, building regulations approval, project management and, of course, the build itself.  By using a builder in this way the cost of a loft conversion will usually be cheaper than paying different tradesmen for different tasks.  It will of course be much easier to manage as well.

And that final point is the big disadvantage in using a team of tradesmen from different companies.  Ensuring that builders and materials all arrive at the right time and in the right order can be an absolute nightmare and one that can be avoided by using just one building company right from the start.

That said there can be a big drawback to just using one company in that you have no control over the sub-contractors used by the builder.  He will use the same team that he always uses and although that can be a good thing it could also reduce the quality of the work.

Weighing up all the pros and cons can be tricky but when it comes to the cost of a loft conversion it has to be said that considerable savings in both money and time can be made by buying an all inclusive package from a reputable builder. 

Remember that you can find out the cost of loft conversion for your property by taking advantage of our free no obligation loft conversion quote service that will allow you to compare quotes from several builders in your area.