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What is the Hip to Gable loft conversion?

If you want to extend space in your home, then loft conversion is the best and efficient way to do so. You may have heard about different types of loft conversion. There are primarily three types of a loft conversion in London including Dormer, Hip to Gable and Mansard. Let us understand what is Gable loft conversion all about.

In London, we can easily find properties with side roofs, but nowadays, these side roofs are replaced with vertical walls using Hip to Gable loft conversion. A hipped roof contains three slopped side usually seen in many semi detached and detached properties.


Is Hip to Gable Loft Conversion in London is suitable for you?



When your property has a hipped roof, it becomes difficult to initiate loft conversion in London. However, you have to go through planning permission. Moreover, bungalows owners are highly are inclined to this kind of loft conversion. For a mid-terrace property, this is not suitable as it is impossible to do. If you have an end-terrace property, then you should go for this loft conversion.

Make sure to consider the height between joist of the ceiling and the ridge for creating space appropriately and valuing your property.


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