Conversions

Garage conversion - garage conversion specialist, general builder or project manage myself?

Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 2.52 PM

Good morning. I am thinking of converting my single garage into a 'chill out' room. The back of the garage leads onto an extension which is the kitchen and where there is a door to/from it and this end has already been insulated and has plasterboard fitted. There are electrics at that end too and I will need another double socket on the 'warm' wall. A light is in place too. Might go for underfloor heating rather than a radiator. Ceiling has 60% wood above joists so was wondering whether this would be a case of insulating and plasterboard or whether there are other considerations too? Just considering whether to employ a garage conversion specialist or a general builder or to manage the project and employ the trades myself as I know a few professionals - in an attempt to keep costs down a little as my budget is tight (not sure if this does keep costs down!) and it seems on the face of it quite a simple job (I hope). Also, do I require another door being cut out - which would be to the hall or is the current door plus a means of escape provided by a window sufficient? Thanks