Basement conversions fluctuate in cost depending on project scale, professionals hired and location. If your basement conversion doesnât need any construction work, then it should cost relatively little. However, the majority of projects at least need damp proofing and water proofing work, if not insulation, heating, electrical work and more. This means that even smaller basement conversion projects are still relatively expensive. The average UK cost ranges from £30,000 - £50,000.
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The London Borough of Hackney is a north east London Borough within Inner London in the UK. Southern and eastern parts of the borough are popularly, but unofficially, regarded as being a part of east London, with northern and western areas deemed to belong to north London. The London Plan, issued by the Greater London Authority, assigns entire boroughs to sub-regions for statutory monitoring, engagement and resource allocation purposes. The latest 2011 iteration of this strategy assigns Hackney to the 'East' sub-region, though the 2008 and 2004 versions assigned the borough to 'North' and 'East' sub-regions respectively.
Hackney is bounded by Islington towards the west, Haringey to the north, Waltham Forest towards the north-east, Newham towards the east, Tower Hamlets towards the south-east plus the City of London towards the south-west. It covers a total area of 7.36 square miles. In line with population estimates from 2014, the borough has a permanent population of around 263150 individuals. A lot of Hackney retains an inner-city character, but in such areas as Dalston large housing estates have been joined by newly created gated communities. The historical and administrative heart of Hackney is the area roughly extending north from Mare Street and around the Church of St John-at-Hackney; generally known as Hackney Central.
Towards the east is the large open space of Hackney Marshes and the districts of Hackney Wick and Homerton. Light industries in the space around the River Lea employ more than 3000 people. Some of the area was used for the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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London - N1
Enquiry from: Pietro P
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Hello We are looking for correcting dampness in a grade ii listed building basement - terraced townhouse. Details: The floor surface is damp below but there is no staining apparent to the foo...
London - E5
Enquiry from: George C
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we have a bedroom in our basement and water leakage comes in from next door on one wall. we need our wall to prevent water leakage to come through from next door. please send us an email or text mess...
London - E5
Enquiry from: Oscar B
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Could you please give me a ring about a potential basement conversion project? I am consideringbuying a Victorian property in lower Clapton and would like to convert the basement. The basement alr...
London - E5
Enquiry from: Ben A
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Job is for conversion of lower ground floor of 3 bed Victorian terrace house in E5. House is on front-to-rear slope so lower ground is below ground at front of house and at ground level at rear. ...
London - E5
Enquiry from: J
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Basement conversion into two rooms with bathroom. Time scale: 1-3 months
London - N16
Enquiry from: M
Start Date: Less than one month
We would like to convert the cellar of a Victorian house (we currently live on the ground floor flat) into two rooms. We need to obtain planning permission from the council and at present we do not ha...
London - N16
Enquiry from: Caroline E
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Hello, I am interested in turning my basement into a proper room. Please can you get back to me about arranging to look at it? Thanks.
London - N1
Enquiry from: George H
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We are moving house and the new house in Stoke Newington has a cellar already. It measures 20ft by 4ft. We,d like to increase this to 20ft by 20ft, the room wood be used as a gym and thus no need for ...
London - N16
Enquiry from: Judith C
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London - N16
Enquiry from: Lydia H
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Customer's own work description: Half of our basement is converted into living space but keen to investigate if another room could be created. Time scale: Immediate Please contact to appoint
London - E5
Enquiry from: C
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Customers own description of work Existing basement extended to two rooms - bedroom and office. please call to appoint
London - N16
Enquiry from: William C
Start Date: Immediate
homeowner 2 extra bedrooms and 1 bathroom to basement. Architects drawings have been done and planning applied for expected to clear on March 17th 2015 please contact to appoint
London - N16
Enquiry from: John P
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Change of use from storage to habitable space for Utility type room. Wine Cellar/Study etc Cellar has sufficient height - some damp - but no standing water Homeowner Please contact to appoint
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If your basement has a cavity drain membrane, it’ll need a pump to move water away from the exterior of your basement and prevent flooding.
Sump pumps can be noisy, but they don’t have to be. Generally, if you have a well-designed pump that’s installed correctly, you shouldn’t find it a problem. For best results, hire a skilled, experienced professional to supply and install your drainage system.
The best way to go about converting a basement depends on its current condition and what you’d like to use it for.
If you’re happy with its size and structure, and just want to turn it into useful storage space, then your project shouldn’t be too complicated. You’ll simply need to make sure it’s damp proof and waterproof – either by fitting tanking or a cavity drain membrane with a sump and pump. You may also need to invest in new flooring, fit basic lighting, and plaster and paint the walls and ceiling.
If you’d like to turn your basement into living space, then you’ll need to think about ventilation, insulation and heating. If this involves creating a kitchen or bathroom, you’ll also need to incorporate plumbing.
If you want to extend your basement, add lightwells, or fit windows and a sunken garden, this makes things much more complicated. You’ll probably want to hire an architect or basement conversion building specialist to help you with the design and planning, and you’ll need a structural engineer to help you ensure your property is sufficiently supported.
Whether a basement is worth converting depends on your location and how much work it requires.
A basement conversion can be a great way to add space to your home, and can raise your property value. However, it can also be one of the most expensive ways to do this, so if there’s a possibility to extend your property, or convert a loft or garage, it’s worth considering this first.
You should also compare how much your basement conversion will cost with the amount it could raise your property value by. In some areas, a quality basement conversion could earn you money in the long run, but in others it’ll only cost you. If you’re planning on staying in your property for a long time this might not matter to you, but if it’s not your forever home then it’s an important thing to think about.
In some cases, it’s possible to convert a basement into an apartment. This can be a great way to incorporate an additional dwelling into your property and increase its value. However, converting a basement into an apartment can be quite expensive and time-consuming.
As with any type of dwelling, you’ll need to think about basic things like access, damp proofing, ventilation, insulation, heating, electrics, plumbing, lighting and décor. If you’re planning on extending your basement, then you’ll also need to ensure that your property is sufficiently supported.
It’s a good idea to consult a professional, like a basement conversion building specialist, to find out how feasible your project is before you go ahead with it.
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