Thinking of a way to add value to your property and extending your
living space without having to apply for planning permission or drastically
altering the exterior of your home? For most homeowners extending their property,
the focus is on loft conversion or building outwards. However, by converting a
basement storey beneath your existing property, you can unlock a wealth of
opportunities for a bigger and better home.
Converting basements into rooms is an economical and safe way to create
additional living space, solve storage issues, and add value to your property. Unlike loft conversions, which are more suited to
additional bedrooms and bathrooms, basements can be converted to any kind of
space – who doesn’t dream of being able to say to their partner “I’m just
heading down to the cinema” or “I’m just nipping downstairs for a swim?” Of
course, these possibilities are at the luxurious end of the scale of basement
conversion possibilities – an additional seating, dining or office area is all
many houses and families need to transform the way they live.
The possibilities are endless, but it is important to make sure that
your basement is waterproof before and is safe from rising damp and mould. For
this, you need the help of the UK’s market leaders in basement waterproofing, Peter Cox. This property maintenance company provides a
range of property services alongside basement waterproofing, such as damp
proofing, dry rot treatment and woodworm treatment.
So, what factors are important to consider and what steps can you take
ahead of a basement conversion?
Basement Conversion Preparation: Prior to any basement conversion, you will need to
prepare your cellar. This involves clearing it completely of anything stored
there, so those doing the basement waterproofing can easily complete their
work.
Waterproofing Your Cellar: Walls and floors below ground level are subject to
damp penetration, so it is imperative to enlist the help of basement waterproofing experts such as Peter Cox. These property preservation specialists can
help to waterproof your basement area using their DryRoom waterproof system to
install a tanking membrane which acts as a dry lining to the walls, and a
cavity drainage channel around the edge of the room to ensure that no damp can
seep in. With branches throughout England, Wales and Scotland, Peter Cox can
provide a twenty-year guarantee for their damp proofing, basement
waterproofing, woodworm and dry rot services.
Fittings and Fixtures: A key consideration for any basement extension process is light and
comfort. It is imperative that the space is installed with the correct lighting
solutions, plumbing and electrical fixtures. A great way to introduce light and
natural ventilation into a basement is with the help of a well-designed light-well.
Complimented by tall windows and doors at the basement level, a light-well will
help to completely alter the feel of a space, making it barely noticeable that
one is underground.
With space at a premium in the UK, basement
conversions are fast becoming a popular way to get additional living space
without moving. So, forget large extension plans and create a modern, liveable
space with basement rooms close to your main living areas.
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