JVY Group Ltd

If you are carrying out garage conversion works and are managing the project yourself you should arrange conversion insurance to cover the new works and the existing structure. This is because most home insurers will exclude loss or damage whilst the property is undergoing alteration or renovation.

Site insurance caters for both the existing element of the property that’s being converted and all the new conversion works that go into the process. The existing structure is usually your house – so if the is damaged during the works the site insurance will cover it and completely replaces the requirement for buildings insurance, which is not suitable.

All the works, including any temporary works, materials, plant tools and equipment need to be covered. Public liability and employers liability is automatically included to ensure you are adequately protected.

Conversion insurance needs to be in place from the moment you plan to start works on the property and should continue to the point the project is completed and taken into full use

Depending on the roof structure and planning constraints, a loft conversion is one of the most straightforward ways of getting extra space. Almost all houses can benefit from this extension with a bit of basic planning

If the initial roof space inspection reveals a head height of less than 2.2m, there are two available – but costly – solutions that will require professional input.

Solution 1: Raise the Roof
This would involve removing part or whole of the existing roof, and rebuilding it to give the required height and structure. This is structurally feasible, but the major problems are the high cost and getting planning permission approval. If the whole roof area needs removing, a covered scaffold structure, to protect the house from the weather during the works, would also be required.

Solution 2: Lower the Ceiling in the Room Below
The ceiling height in some rooms in older properties may be 3m or more, so if the roof space height is limited there is the option of lowering the ceilings below, providing it still allows at least 2.4m. This will require all the existing ceilings in question to be removed, causing much mess. With this method a plate will need to be bolted to the wall using shield anchors or rawlbolts, for the new floor joists to hang from. There is also a need for a suitable tie between the roof structure and the dwarf wall formed, to prevent the roof spreading. Any DIY involvement will be limited to supervised demolition and clearing up.

JVY Group is a newly established company that is coming to meet the most extraordinary visions of the customer. Whether is your new home or your business we are here to help you create the perfect environment of your everyday life starting from planning through construction to finish. We are also here to preserve our heritage from earlier generations

We ensure all work is reviewed by government approved, independent building inspectors throughout the project giving independent, impartial advice that the quality of work is to a high standard and meets all regulations.

Our quotes are a guaranteed price to your specifications. You will find us easily approachable, efficient and adaptable to all changing circumstances.

What pleases me most about my work is the diversity and creativity behind the projects, and in the end the pleasing result

”Having 20 years of experience in construction I have decided to utilise this at the best of my knowledge and established my own company. My main aim is to build up an honest, transparent and trustworthy relationship with each client and to make sure that they are fully satisfied with the quality of the work delivered. Having worked with several trades in the county I am able to choose the right partner for every job to meet each client’s individual need. I will take every necessary step that at the end of the project you will be satisfied with the quality of our service. Each happy customer will be considered as a reference for the future.’’

Because I treat every Projects like my own ones .Our services include various building services, starting from planning to interior design, from small maintenance contracts to long-term more complex projects.We also commit to find the right solution to meet your budget and also achieve the highest standard.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, which is one of the reasons a large proportion of our business comes to us by referral.