Rsj Attic Conversion

Based in leeds rsj are specialists in loft garage conversions.

Rsj attic conversion.

As the number one builders steel stockholders in the midlands area we have a large steel beam and loft steel supply for lofts of all sizes. First of all it depends on whether we are adding an attic room s to a bungalow or a standard 3 bed semi the bungalow would obviously cost more but since we are adding one room we will say an average of 10k 12k excluding vat for a one room attic conversion to your standard 3 bed semi. Loft conversion steel beams 20mm thick plate welded to ends of steel with 6 no m22 dia holes pre drilled these then but up together and are bolted tight together. See below the list of items typically included in an attic conversion.

The most common type of steel beam is an rsj or rolled steel joist. We use 8 8 bolts and can be 24mm holes the plates are 25mm thick. We offer a free survey design and quotation. All our materials and products are high quality steel.

How much does an attic conversion cost. The installation of any supporting beams within a loft or attic conversion is generally reliant upon the availability of existing load bearing walls to provide end or intermediate support to any beams that may be required to support either a new floor structure or roof alterations. But because every property and attic space is different an exact cost can only be determined by conducting a survey and discussing the requirements. Tips insulation fire proofing sound proofing and getting what is best for the space is key some home owners simply want to fit too much in their attic space saving is also key instead.

Before you begin on your loft conversion plans it s worth finding out exactly what it will involve and how it will affect the design of your home. The architect will most likely decide to site any new loft conversion beams as close to the edge of the rooms as possible. The cost can be as low as 12 000. In most loft conversions steel beams are required to support the structure.

They will be placed above the old ceiling joists with a gap of around a centimetre between the tops of the old joists and the new beams. This step by step attic conversion guide reveals the 10 key things you need to consider when weighing up whether a loft conversion is the right way to add more.