F.A.Q: Loft Conversions

 

Questions regarding conversion of loft or attic areas into living space

1. How big does the ceiling void need to be to enable you to install your pipe work?
2. How much does an average system cost?
3. Where will the pipework run, will I be able to see it?
4. Does the whole house need to be fitted with sprinklers?
5. What do I need to send you to get a quote?
6. How much disruption will there be?
7. How long does it take to fit a system to meet building regulations for a loft conversion

1. How big does the ceiling void need to be to enable you to install your pipe work? - Top

125mm or greater
- Updated: May 28, 2009

2. How much does an average system cost? - Top

It depends on the number of storeys and layout of the living space as to the size of the system, although on average costs works out in the region of approx. £1,500.

In many cases this cost is offset by reducing the amount of structural work required to meet building regulations. e.g. fire doors, additional exits, fire protection of escape routes. - Updated: May 27, 2009

3. Where will the pipework run, will I be able to see it? - Top

We use light weight cPVC pipework which we can fit into the wall or ceiling cavities so you will not be able to see the pipework once it is in place. - Updated: May 28, 2009

4. Does the whole house need to be fitted with sprinklers? - Top

In most cases we can meet building regulations by fitting a partial system around the escape route. - Updated: May 27, 2009

5. What do I need to send you to get a quote? - Top

In most cases a floor plan or a good sketch with dimensions is all we need. - Updated: May 27, 2009

6. How much disruption will there be? - Top

Very little, we can usually fit a system while the building is still occupied - Updated: May 27, 2009

7. How long does it take to fit a system to meet building regulations for a loft conversion - Top

So long as water and electrics are in place, most sprinkler systems can be fitted in a single day. - Updated: May 27, 2009

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