Open Gable Roof Loft Conversion

Alternative is a side dormer conversion.

Open gable roof loft conversion.

Hip to gable loft conversions are most commonly found on the side of either end terrace or semi detached houses. If the original height is not there in the first place then a hip to gable loft conversion will not be viable or cost effective. The hipped or sloping side roof is removed and the end wall is then built up straight to form a new vertical gable. Hip to gable loft conversion volume.

So why is a hip to gable loft conversion the best extension type. If this is the case then there are a few options available to you as to how it can be done and which. Lccl construction loft conversions can deliver a stunning hip to gable loft conversion for you in just a few weeks. Whatever style your property the roof must be of sufficient height between the top ridge and the joists of the ceiling below to allow the creation of sufficient living space.

It may be that the walls of your house need to be built up to form a gable as part of your loft conversion. However this creates a limited amount of extra space which is normally used to gain access to the loft with the staircase. Gable to gable loft conversions include a new box extension that spans the space between each gable end. A hip to gable loft conversion is very popular on semi detached detached properties with sloping roofs which is essentially a roof with a sloping side in addition to the slopes at the front and back.

The alternative option to building a hip to gable loft conversion would be a side dormer.