FAQs
Do I need council approval?
Not for light storage space, only for living/habitable areas or heavy storage, which will require engineering etc.
Do you build proper lofts and living areas?
Sorry no, we only install storage areas which are completely different from living/habitable areas and cannot be used as such.
Do you fit other types of ladders?
We can fit any attic ladder you require from concertina ladders to aluminium, steel and timber.
Do you provide a warranty?
Absolutely! The warranties vary from product to product, with one attic ladder having a 20 year warranty. Please enquire for more information.
How much weight will the flooring hold?
According to tests from our structural engineer we recommend up to 75kg per square metre PLUS your own weight of course, although if there are load bearing walls underneath you can place heavier items over those as they can take more weight.
I have ducted air conditioning - can this be worked around?
Yes, in most cases we can re-route and/or extend ducting or relocate outlets if required.
Is my existing roof structure strong enough?
Yes, but for light storage only! It is by no means intended for a living area!!!
We build a sub frame on top of your existing ceiing joists upon which we screw down our 18mm thick flooring which is engineer approved to hold 75 kg per square metre, plus your own weight.
My ceiling is quite high, can you still install an attic ladder?
The highest ceiling our attic ladders can reach is 5 metres.
My roof beams are in the way, Is this a problem?
No. We can usually work around them or make slight alterations if need be.
My roof is quite low can I still use it for storage?
If you can crawl comfortably in your attic, you have enough space for storage.
Usually around 1.2 metres would be the absolute lowest recommended height.