Loft boarding in West Wickham

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We board lofts, lay loft flooring and fit loft ladders and hatches for homes in West Wickham and the BR4 postcode district, including Coney Hall. Call us for a free survey and quote.

Plan around what you store

The best loft layouts start with what you want to keep up there. Before the survey, it helps to think about:

What: boxes, suitcases, seasonal decorations, sports kit, or larger items such as a cot or bike.
How often: things you use every few weeks should be near the hatch. Things used once a year can go further back.
How big: large items need a hatch big enough to pass through, and boarding that reaches far enough to store them.

For a few boxes near the hatch, standard loft boarding may be all you need. For larger items or lots of storage, loft flooring across most of the usable area makes more sense.

What limits the boarded area

Headroom, the roof structure, water tanks and the insulation all shape how much of a loft can be boarded. Trussed rafter roofs have diagonal timbers that cannot be cut or moved without a structural engineer's advice, which can break the space into sections. Insulation deeper than the joists needs raised boarding. We mark out the practical area with you at the survey.

Getting things up and down

A fitted loft ladder and a decent-sized hatch make a big difference when moving larger items. If your hatch is small, we can look at enlarging it.

Light and safety

A loft light, fitted by a qualified electrician, makes the space safer to use. Keep heavy items spread out rather than stacked in one spot, and keep walkways clear to the hatch and tank.

Listed homes

If your home is listed, check with Bromley Council before any work, as listed building consent can apply to internal changes as well as external ones.

Our services in West Wickham

Nearby areas

Hayes, Bromley | Beckenham | Bromley | Biggin Hill

Questions from West Wickham homeowners

How much of my loft can be floored?

It depends on headroom, roof structure, tanks and insulation. We mark out the practical area with you at the survey.

Can I store a bike or cot in the loft?

Possibly, if the hatch is large enough and the boarding reaches far enough. Tell us what you plan to store at the survey.

Do you cover Coney Hall?

Yes. We cover West Wickham and nearby, including Coney Hall and Hayes.

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