How Long Does a Loft conversion Take in Tenterden?
A loft conversion in Tenterden typically takes 8–14 weeks on site once we start. That's the build phase only — design, planning approval, building regs and material lead-times add roughly 8–14 weeks before a spade goes in.
Tenterden projects in TN30 occasionally run longer when conservation officer comments come back on materials. We build that into our programme up front rather than discovering it mid-job.
Week-by-week programme for Tenterden
This is the standard Gantt we issue with every Tenterden loft conversion contract. You'll see each week's milestones in writing so progress is unambiguous.
- • Weeks 1–2: Strip out, set up, structural opening up
- • Weeks 3–4: Foundations / shell / structural
- • Weeks 5–11: First fix M&E, glazing, weathertight
- • Weeks 12–13: Second fix, joinery, plastering, tiling
- • Final week: Snagging, building control sign-off, handover
What slows a Tenterden project down
Tenterden's conservation requirements and the lead-time on heritage materials (peg tiles, oak, lime mortar) are the two biggest sources of delay we see. We pre-order long-lead items before we start on site to keep the programme.
- • Conservation officer requesting material samples (add 1–2 weeks)
- • Bespoke joinery lead-times — typically 4–6 weeks from sign-off
- • Engineer revisions if structural assumptions change once opened up
- • Client decision delays on finishes (we set a "lock-by" date per stage)
Programme questions we get from Tenterden
Can a loft conversion in Tenterden be done faster than 8 weeks?
Occasionally — small straight refits with no structural change can run shorter, but we don't quote unrealistic programmes to win work. A 8-week minimum is what we deliver to.
Do you work on site every day in Tenterden?
Monday to Friday 7am–5pm, Saturday morning when programme needs it. Tenterden's residential conservation areas have noise restrictions we comply with.
What happens if you run over the programme?
Contract has liquidated damages clauses on programme slip caused by us. Weather and client variation changes are flagged in writing as they happen so the programme stays accurate.
Can we live in the house during a loft conversion in Tenterden?
For loft conversions and most kitchen / bathroom refits — yes, with one room out of action at a time. For full house extensions opening up the back of the property, moving out for 4–6 weeks is usually easier.
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Get a written Tenterden programme with your quote
Every Tenterden project starts with a Gantt chart, lock-by dates for each stage, and a programme review every Friday on site.
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In short
8–14 weeks on site for a loft conversion in Tenterden, plus design and planning lead-time. Every project gets a written week-by-week programme up front.