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Extra bedroom and en-suite is top loft conversion

by Ethos public relations

A bedroom with en-suite facilities was the most popular loft conversion in 2010 according to Econoloft - the only loft conversion company that works across the country.

Becke Livesey from the company said: “We completed around 200 loft conversions in 2010 and by far the most popular reason was to create more room for a growing family which usually means adding an extra bedroom.

“Making a 2-bedroom house into a 3-bedroom house or extending a 3-bedroom property into a 4-bedroom property can really make a difference to a family.”

Econoloft has also noticed a new trend in 2010 – confusion around planning legislation. “Since the government made changes to planning legislation in October 2008 the public are more confused then ever about what they are allowed to build under ‘permitted development’ and what requires planning.

“It is really confusing and our customers rely on us to make sure everything is within the law.”

Econoloft say that 2011 looks like another busy year with like for like, year on year sales comparable to the previous years. Space, particularly in areas like Greater London, remains at a premium, and for many families extending into the attic represents good value for money.

“With a new baby on the way or even the return of grown up children – our experience suggests that people do look at moving home first as a means to getting that all important extra bedroom,” said Becke. “However, they find that moving house is often much more expensive than a loft conversion which is why it remains a popular option for home owners.

“And of course estate agents and property experts consistently put a loft conversion at the top of their lists when it comes to adding value.”

The Econoloft top five loft conversion in 2010 are:

Master bedroom with ensuite facilities
Bedroom
Home Office
Teen space/den
Home cinema

If you are interested in adding more space to your home visit the national loft conversion experts at  www.econoloft.co.uk or call the freephone number on 0800 269 765.

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Posted at 26^th January 2011