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I've recently discovered that the loft partition made of plasterboard is not sitting at the central point of chimney breasts (we removed ours) it may have been moved a few years ago about 8-10 inches and sits nearly at the front opening of our chimney breasts in the loft. It's been cleverly done and plaster has been painted on joins from our side. Only the central part has moved, the corners are at the correct place. To complicate matters further the en-suite shower cubicle needs a new light and when the old one was removed you can see the partition wall across it and cable from my property (probably the electric shower) feeding into next door. What steps do I have to take before moving it? Can I just do it as it's technically on my property? Do I have to restore it to the centre? Is it the neighbours responsibility and cost? What rights do I have?? Does it matter how many years it's been like that Can I just employ someone to do it?
Are double Mansard loft conversions structurally strong? And are they durable or high maintenance?
What's the minimum floorspace you'd recommend for converting a loft into a self-contained flat? It's for family members to use when they stay, so it doesn't need to be anything fancy - just have a basic kitchenette and en suite.
Our loft has a tank in it. Does this mean we'll need to remove it and install a new system if we convert the loft?
I’m in the process of getting a loft conversion and the structural engineer has sent me the drawings and the steel beam size that he has proposed to be used is 203 x 203 x 46 kg/m UB. Is this a common size or not, cause I’ve looked online for a steel beam of this size and I’m being told this size comes as a column not a beam. Just want some clarification on this.
What's the best insulation to use in a loft conversion? We want to create a master suite that's warm and cosy.
Is it easy to put a bathroom in a loft conversion? Or will this increase time and costs considerably?
What type of loft conversions are suitable for a trussed roof?
Are there any structural issues to consider when having a wider than average Velux window fitted in my loft? Ideally, I'd like a 3-pane version.
Can neighbours object to a loft conversion if there's no party wall?
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