Not every attic conversion involves the installation of windows. Some attic conversions are simply lit by newly installed electrical fittings. However, converting your attic or extending your home allows an opportunity to make improvements in a number of areas. Light is a major one!
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Take into account the winter that lies ahead and be ready for it. We have discussed the idea of keeping out the cold with loft conversions previously in our blog, but the importance of reiterating the message is paramount in our eyes at Modern Attics.
25% of your heating is lost through your roof! Read more
An attic conversion in London or anywhere in fact isn’t a simple job. From planning permissions and contractors to roof-styles and other issues, an attic conversion can be a difficult process. When you get it done, however, the benefits are enormous.
As we explored in a previous blog, entering into a loft conversion is a big commitment. The cost can be a big deterrent for people considering a conversion; a big part of the cost of a conversion can come from labour. Read more
Some people just like to do the work themselves. It’s that simple. They prefer to be their own boss and run their own show. That is always an admirable thing, to take on the responsibility of the hard work involved with major home improvements and DIY loft conversions. Read more
Have you started to feel the chill of winter’s bite yet? There is no doubt that the autumn is transitioning us from the warmer weather we have been experiencing of late into the chilly, frost bitten, below zero flash freeze of winter. So what does Modern Attics recommend for you to stay warm? Read more
Family planning is a difficult thing to get right. The present and the future change so quickly these days that it’s hard to keep a firm plan in place. Read more
Bats have a bad reputation. Since Bram Stoker and the rise of Hammer Horror, bats have been pegged as the furry, airborne embodiment of evil. Meatloaf helped them out considerably in the 80s, but even that couldn’t repair the damage completely. Read more
Modern Attics is getting its geek on this week by exploring the filmic uses for attics and lofts as seen on the silver screen over the years. Read more
Here at Modern Attics we spend our time understanding the core needs of every client, working out what is and isn’t possible when it comes to their attic conversions. Read more