Question 1

How long will a loft conversion take?

Accepted Answer

Hip to gables are the faster loft conversions to complete on average, with dormer taking the second longest, and mansard loft conversions being the overall longest to complete from start to construction to finish. Our builders in Manchester have completed many, and we can give an accurate timescale for each loft conversion project.

Mansard loft conversions are the largest conversions to complete, and take the longest to complete from start to finish. They can take anywhere from 6 – 12 weeks to complete construction, with the average mansard taking on average 8 weeks to complete within the city of Manchester. This includes from the start of planning to construction of the mansard itself. The mansard conversion itself could take longer to complete depending on the overall size of the extension itself.
For hip to gable loft conversions, the timescale for completion is much faster. They take anywhere from 3 – 6 weeks to complete from planning to construction, and they take 5 weeks to complete. These are must faster than most conversion options, and 5 weeks could still be considered a longer hip to gable conversion.

Dormer loft conversions in the city of Manchester take 6 weeks to complete on average from the start of planning to the completion of construction. However, they could realistically take anywhere between 4 – 8 weeks to complete depending on the size and scope of the project. Manchester Builders & Construction have completed many loft conversions within the city of Manchester, and these averages are the most accurate that you would find elsewhere.

Question 2

How much does a loft conversion cost?

Accepted Answer

Mansard, hip to gable and dormer loft conversions all range in price largely due to the sizes and work of the projects themselves, meaning the price of a loft conversion can cost anywhere between £16,000 - £50,000 to complete.

Mansard loft conversions are the largest loft conversion type, and they can cost £30,000 - £50,000 to complete depending on the size extensions that are required, and the conversion itself. The average mansard loft conversion in Manchester would cost £35,000 to complete since many of the projects we have provided did not need to extend too far. The more additional space you need to extend and the more rooms that you would like to create, the higher the cost.

Hip to gable loft conversions require the least construction of all loft conversion projects, and simply maximise the current space within the loft itself. These can cost anywhere between £16,000 - £25,000 to complete efficiently and effectively, with the average in Manchester costing £20,000 to complete. The cost of hip to gable loft conversions in Manchester often rise due to the additions and fixtures you may want to be installed.

A dormer loft conversion is the final loft conversion alternative, which can both utilise the current space within the loft itself, and create a small extension to create additional space. These can cost anywhere between £20,000 - £35,000 to complete, and on average a dormer loft conversion would cost £27,000 within the city of Manchester.

Question 3

How much does a home extension cost in Manchester?

Accepted Answer

Home extensions within the city of Manchester are not as expensive as some home owners may first believe. Although there is much construction and decoration work to be completed with a home extension, the average cost for the extension within the city of Manchester can cost anywhere between £1,500 - £2,500 per m2. This makes it a cheaper alternative to other conversion or extension options such as basement or loft conversions. Our builders in Manchester have completed many home extension projects since we have been in practice, and this is the average price we have encountered with our customers.

The average cost for the home extension within the city of Manchester would be closer to £18,500 for an average sized, one storey extension. These extensions would be to create an additional room within the ground floor of your home. If you are looking to create an extension with two different floors, then you would be looking for a larger investment of £28,000 on average within the city of Manchester. The home extension could be cheaper or costlier depending on the overall size and the scope of the project itself.

Question 4

How long does a home extension take in Manchester?

Accepted Answer

If you are a home owner who wishes to extend their home by an additional one floor with one room, then you could expect the project to take 6 – 12 weeks, with the average one room extension taking 8 weeks in the city of Manchester. If you are considering a two-storey extension within your home, then you would be looking closer to a 15-week project within the city of Manchester. Manchester Builders & Construction have completed many of these projects within the city of Manchester and the surrounding areas, and these are the most common timescales we have faced on average.

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