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Many of us have a garage that is unused or cluttered with junk and wish to convert this wasted space into additional living area a garage can be converted into an extra bedroom, playroom, utility room, games room, downstairs bathroom or anything else you may consider.
Although converting a garage can be relatively easy it is important that you ensure you meet all legal rules and building regulations on the conversion. The conversion of a garage usually will not require planning permission, providing that the work carried out is inside the garage and will not increase the size of the building. There are exemptions on this though such as listed buildings and you should check before starting work as this may result in a fine and you may have to undo the work you carried out, the best way to do this is to check with your local planning authority.
It is important to note that a garage wasn`t built as a habitable area and there are a number of things that must meet building regulations when completing a garage conversion.
One of the first tasks is to in-fill the garage door, the new wall will often house a door or window which will help with meeting fire safety regulations, it is important that the garage foundations meet regulations as these are often shallow compared to your home and may need extending, the type of soil that the garage has been built on will also be a factor when looking at the foundations of the garage.
If you are going to live in your garage it is important that it has good Ventilation, again the addition of a window or door will greatly aid in this. Another key factor is the drainage, it is important that the new living space is water resistant and does not flood, this is also important for the garage roof. Electrics is another key part of the garage conversion, faulty electrics can be dangerous and if turning your garage into a living space you must have it professionally checked.
If you are considering converting your garage approved trader can help you find a tradesmen local to you who will be able to carry out the conversion from carrying out the work to getting it signed of with the relevant building regulations, just complete our simple online form.
