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Planning and Design: The first stage of a garage conversion is to plan and design the project. This may involve consulting with a professional, such as an architect or builder, to assess the feasibility of the conversion and to help with the design. You will need to consider the intended use of the new space, the layout, and the materials to be used.
Building Regulations and Planning Permission: You will need to check whether you need planning permission and building regulations approval for the conversion. Your local authority will be able to advise you on the requirements in your area.
Preparation: The next stage involves preparing the garage for conversion. This may include clearing out the contents of the garage, making any necessary repairs to the structure, and installing insulation and damp-proofing measures.
Electrical and Plumbing: Once the preparation work is complete, the next stage is to install any necessary electrical and plumbing services, such as lighting, heating, and water supply.
Construction: The construction stage involves building any new walls, installing doors and windows, and laying flooring. This will typically involve the use of a variety of tradespeople, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers.
Decoration: Once the construction work is complete, the new space will need to be decorated. This will involve painting or wallpapering the walls, installing any fixtures and fittings, and adding finishing touches.
Completion: The final stage of a garage conversion is to ensure that the space is finished to a high standard and that all necessary paperwork is in place, such as building regulations certification.

Height: The loft must have a minimum height of 2.3m from the top of the ceiling joist to the underside of the ridge board to be considered suitable for conversion. This is to ensure that the new space has adequate headroom.
Structure: The structure of the loft must be strong enough to support the weight of the new floor, the walls, and any new fixtures and fittings. A structural engineer or builder can assess the suitability of the structure.
Roof Type: The type of roof can affect the feasibility of a loft conversion. A traditional pitched roof with a gable end is typically the easiest type to convert, while hipped roofs may require more complex structural alterations.
Access: The loft must have suitable access, either through an existing staircase or by installing a new one. If the loft is currently accessed by a ladder, a new staircase will need to be installed.
Insulation: The loft must be adequately insulated to meet current building regulations. If the insulation is inadequate, it may need to be replaced.
Building Regulations: A loft conversion must comply with building regulations in terms of fire safety, insulation, ventilation, and other factors. It is important to consult with your local authority building control department to ensure that the conversion meets these requirements.
Planning Permission: In some cases, planning permission may be required for a loft conversion. This will depend on the specific regulations in your area and the scope of the work you plan to undertake.

Planning and Design: The first stage of a loft conversion is to plan and design the project. This may involve consulting with a professional, such as an architect or builder, to assess the feasibility of the conversion and to help with the design. You will need to consider the intended use of the new space, the layout, and the materials to be used.
Building Regulations and Planning Permission: You will need to check whether you need planning permission and building regulations approval for the conversion. Your local authority will be able to advise you on the requirements in your area.
Preparation: The next stage involves preparing the loft for conversion. This may include clearing out the contents of the loft, making any necessary repairs to the structure, and installing insulation and damp-proofing measures.
Electrical and Plumbing: Once the preparation work is complete, the next stage is to install any necessary electrical and plumbing services, such as lighting, heating, and water supply.
Structural Work: The structural work stage involves adding new floor joists, strengthening the roof structure if required, and installing new windows or skylights to provide natural light.
Construction: The construction stage involves building any new walls, installing doors and windows, and laying flooring. This will typically involve the use of a variety of tradespeople, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers.
Decoration: Once the construction work is complete, the new space will need to be decorated. This will involve painting or wallpapering the walls, installing any fixtures and fittings, and adding finishing touches.
Completion: The final stage of a loft conversion is to ensure that the space is finished to a high standard and that all necessary paperwork is in place, such as building regulations certification.

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Enhanced cleaning and sanitation: Construction sites are now subject to more frequent cleaning and sanitation procedures, including disinfecting surfaces and equipment, and providing hand sanitizing stations throughout the site.
Social distancing: Companies have implemented measures to ensure that workers maintain safe distances from each other while working. This may include staggered shifts, re-organizing workspaces, and minimizing the number of people on-site at any given time.
Personal protective equipment (PPE): Workers are required to wear appropriate PPE, such as face masks or shields, gloves, and other protective equipment, depending on the specific job requirements.
Health screening: Construction companies are implementing health screening measures to ensure that workers who show symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in contact with infected individuals do not come to work.
Remote working: Where possible, construction companies have moved some of their office work online to minimize in-person contact and reduce the risk of transmission.
Training and communication: Companies are providing training to workers on COVID-19 safety protocols and encouraging open communication to address any concerns or issues that arise on the job site.