Development of the attic

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Parent Category: Roofing

The expansion of the attic is often a convenient solution - to gain space and additional storage space ...... But beware, adjust its roof is not a decision taken lightly! - Almost anything is possible, , but the work involved and the steps to be taken, depending on the size, structure and layout of your attic, are not always the same. To help you see clearer, Cardoso Construction  shows you the different steps that await you.

Make a diagnosis of your attic!

First of all you need to check if your attic is usable! - Measure the ceiling height, this one must be at least 1, 80m. - If you do not have enough height under the roof, do not despair, there are still three options remaining:

• You can change your roof

• You can enhance the perimeter walls, under the condition that the structural framework is formed of rafters resting on simple breakdowns between two walls.

• You can lower the attic floor, if the ceiling to the floor below is high enough.

In all cases, the work should be performed by a specialized company - Cardoso Construction is at your disposal for all your projects.