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Shell Loft Conversions

Structural work is the main job facing DIYers so shell loft conversions are the perfect answer for those of us who want to do a large amount of the work ourselves.

Obviously when thinking of converting the loft as a DIY project you need to be absolutely sure of the work you will be taking on.

And, what the shell option allows you to do, is to keep costs down and do plenty of the work yourself whilst letting a loft conversion company complete the most complicated tasks.

So What Are Shell Loft Conversions?

Its pretty much what it says on the tin. A builder will complete a shell before handing the project over to the householder.

The shell usually consists of the builder completing all the necessary structural work including the heavy jobs such as installing new steel beams, strengthening the floor with new joists and putting in dormers.

The builder will complete the shell by adding windowsand installing the new staircase. Once that is done the project, from the building companies point of view, is finished.

The DIYer will then take over and finish the internal work.

This might include putting in the insulation before adding the flooring and building the new internal walls.

The DIYer will then need to finish the ceilings and walls with plaster and hang the doors.

Plumbing and electrical work will have to be done although that will need to be handed over to qualified sub-contractors for first and second fixes.

The final furnishing and decorating are then the last tasks to be completed.

With shell loft conversions an important thing to consider is compliance with the building regulations. The builder is responsible for ensuring that the work he does in building the shell complies with the building regs.

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It is hugely important that the contractor fulfils that responsibility before leaving the site.

Once the project is handed over to the DIYer it becomes the householders job to deal with the building control officers, to ensure all paperwork is done and the final completion certificate obtained.

For more info see the related pages below or complete the form at the bottom of the page for a free no obligation quote from tradesmen near you for your loft conversion project...

DIY Loft Conversion Guide

Find A Builder For Shell Loft Conversions

How To Get A Free No Obligation Loft Conversion Quote

DIY Loft Conversion Building Regulation - Fire Safety

Electrical Safety Rules

How To Install Loft Insulation

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