Converting a trussed roof is now commonplace.
W truss roof loft conversion.
Access into roof via a scaffold.
Added rafters and floor beams strengthen the current loft structure creating an open larger living area.
According to the nationwide building society adding a loft conversion to your home can increase the value of an average property by more than 54 000.
There are certain ways and means around them which will leave you with a very usable habitable space.
Removal and rebuild of roof.
How will a loft conversion be possible.
Room in roof trusses can be craned into place to form the shell of a ready made new loft room with the insulation placed above the rafters for maximum thermal efficiency.
First look inside the roof space of this truss roof house.
Truss roofs have w shaped rafters which support the load of both the roof and the loft s floor structure.
Why would trusses cause a problem.
Often loft conversion projects can end up being a disappointment as on completion the owner finds out that roof height is very limited and as a result the space ends up being rather pokey.
The w shaped trusses are replaced with a shaped trusses or horizontal beams.
With the help of an experienced loft conversion company truss rafters are no obstacle.