What are the benefits of using a multiskilled team?
As our company name suggests, we combine the talents of builders and carpenters, and of electricians, plumbers and heating engineers if required to, so it is possible for us to offer one-stop solutions in a professional manner. Instead of searching for several companies in Hassocks, you benefit from the support of a single in-house team.
We manage your projects from concept through to completion.
All builders and carpenters representing our company are time-served tradespeople, and all other trades brought in to support our works have the required accreditations. This is especially important when a job in Hassocks needs to have the utility supplies repositioned.
How can I decide on the correct style for an extension?
Most home extensions in Hassocks are planned around a property’s own layout and we can design in rear-facing, side-return, wraparound or over-structure styles based on what works best for the build. During an initial survey of the property, we will make recommendations on a suitable style that optimises outdoor space you can afford to lose.
As an example, rear-facing home extensions work best if you have the space in a back garden to sacrifice whereas side-return or wrapround builds use up alleyways or pathways to the side of your building.
Over-structure home extensions allow us to build upwards to a second storey and use the space above a protruding room – such as a garage or a ground-floor living space in Hassocks – for a specific purpose.
How can I adapt my attic to create extra room space?
This will usually depend on your intended usage but loft conversions are fully-adaptable additions which are designed with a purpose in mind. Homeowners in Hassocks can turn their attics into bedrooms and social spaces, or into home offices, man caves, games rooms, gyms or studios that help them stay productive or pursue personal interests.
We can convert lofts using rooflights for those on a budget, and our builders and carpenters can also use dormer, mansard or hip-to gable designs based on the amount of floorspace and headspace available.
Loft conversions are value-added additions and increase resale value so that property owners in Hassocks can gain a return on investment should they ever decide to sell. A home will be more attractive to a potential buyer when attic or loft space has already been converted.
Do garage conversions need planning approval?
Based on the specification, and subject to the design staying within the original footprint and height of your build, garage conversions will not need planning permission because they fall within permitted development. On the rare occasions that they do, we offer you advice on making applications to planning departments in the Hassocks area.
No application will be needed under permitted development rights.
Garage conversions, much like loft conversions, can be designed for any purpose. Our customers in Hassocks often have garages converted to gain an additional bedroom, a workspace or a place for hobbies.
Can you sum up why I should choose your company?
Yes. Firstly, we have an established reputation in Hassocks and our team consists of builders, carpenters, joiners and all tradespeople needed to bring the project to a successful conclusion. You benefit from a one-stop service, under the umbrella of a single company, and never need to worry about coordinating contractors and timescales.
Just as importantly, a managed project stays within your budget.
You can have kitchens installed or home extensions, loft conversions and garage conversions built by a talented company with services on offer that make the world of home improvements simple. Hassocks is a key service area for the team at Foxtail Carpentry & Construction.