Hip to gable loft conversion timescale

Does eight weeks sound about right for the timescale to do a hip to gable loft conversion?

Asked by jonathan on 16th Dec 2022
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"Yes 8-10weeks is about the timescale especially with the weather changes in the UK"
Answered on 17th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"Yes, sounds about right. We normally quote 8-12 weeks depending on complexity."
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"Yes ok eight weeks to twelve weeks depending on how many bedrooms and whether you have a bathroom"
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Mar 2020 - report
"Hi

8 weeks is an average timescale to do a hip to gable conversion.

Regards

Paul Carroll"
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"With a good size team yes I would normally quote 8-12 you would need a tin top to ensure no lost time."
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"There are lots of ways a hip-to-gable attic conversion can be tailored to your needs, as it can be paired with a rear dormer loft conversion. This enables optimal loft space to be created, making it a very attractive option for London property owners. However, hip-to-gable loft extensions can only be completed on semi-detached and detached properties, and not mid-terrace properties. This is due to the lack of a hip ended roof for mid-terrace houses, which would suit a rear dormer loft conversion better. Bungalows and chalets also find the hip-to-gable conversion a good choice for their home.

A hip-to-gable loft conversion can take between approximately 8-10 weeks to be built.

Kind regards
VM CARPENTERY&JOINERY LTD"
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Mar 2019 - report
"8 weeks is maximum time for this project it’s normally 4 weeks for a loft conversion of a bedroom with en-suite so the added gable build probably 6 weeks in total"
Answered on 16th Dec 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"yes 8 weeks are tight but achievable , if the loft is standard, 1 ensuite room"
Answered on 10th Jan 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
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