Garage conversions
Garage conversions in Hertfordshire
An unused garage is one of the cheapest ways to add a room to your home. We convert integral and attached garages into fully finished, warm, dry living space.
What could your garage become?
- A home office with proper light and heating
- A home gym
- A games room or snug
- An extra bedroom or guest room, with an en suite
- A bigger kitchen or utility room
- A playroom
We take care of the whole conversion: removing the garage door and building up the wall with a window to match the house, insulating the floor, walls and ceiling, a new damp-proof membrane, heating, electrics and decoration.
Does a garage conversion need planning permission?
Usually not, if the work is internal and doesn’t enlarge the building. Some homes, particularly on newer estates, have a condition that the garage must stay as parking, and conservation areas can have tighter rules, so we check before work starts. A garage conversion does always need building regulations approval. Source: Planning Portal.
Planning for Ware, Hertford and Stanstead Abbotts is handled by East Hertfordshire District Council. Hoddesdon and Cheshunt fall under the Borough of Broxbourne. The national rules are on the Planning Portal.
Costs
See our garage conversion costs guide for what affects the price and whether a conversion adds value.
Areas we cover
Common questions
What is a garage conversion?
A garage conversion turns a garage into habitable living space, such as an office, bedroom or gym. It involves replacing the garage door with a wall and window, insulating and damp-proofing the space, and adding heating, electrics and finishes.
Is a garage conversion worth it?
For many homes, yes. It adds a room for far less than an extension, and is usually quicker. If you rely on the garage for storage or parking, think about where those will go first.
How long does a garage conversion take?
A typical single garage conversion takes [Geoff: typical weeks] once work starts.
Do you convert detached garages?
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