Inverness Garage Conversion

An inviting space for family and friends

A multi-purpose development project managed by our expert team

Project Detail

Client Brief

The client was a family in Inverness. They wanted to convert their unused garage into a space they could spend time in and that extended family could stay in when visiting. They had obtained full planning permission and wanted us to take on the project from start to finish.

What We Did

The garage was a single-skin, block-built garage with a mineral-felt roof. We needed to do a lot of work to make the building warm and watertight. We started by stripping back the roof to expose the rafters. We applied new boarding and insulation, fitted a Velux roof light and installed Tata Steel roofing.

We covered the interior with a damp-proof membrane and fitted new stud walls. Our experts fitted room dividers to transform the one-room garage into a multi-room living space consisting of a bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen/living room.

The bathroom was wet-walled, and a toilet, vanity unit, and electric shower fitted, with a Velux roof light. We fitted the bedroom with a window for extra light and to also provide a means of escape to adhere to fire regulations. We then fitted a new kitchen complete with a built-in fridge, oven, hob, and extractor.

Engineered oak flooring was fitted throughout, and we painted the walls white to provide a simple, clean look and feel. While the electrics and plumbing were installed, tested, and certified, we created a new manhole to take the bathroom and kitchen waste from the conversion. The heating was supplied by electric underfloor mats, and Bluetooth ceiling speakers and an ethernet cable for a smart TV were installed at the client’s request. Finally, we installed a larch-clad shed at the rear of the garage, fitted with lights and sockets.

The Result

A lot of work was needed on this project, and the client was delighted with the final result. We kept them up to date with what was happening, and as they were living at home while the garage conversion took place, we completed the work with minimal disruption.

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Testimonials

"Johnny and his team have done a fantastic job adding an extension to my house. Delighted with the the end product. High standard of professionalism and also good chat. No ask is too big or too small Johnny went to great lengths to make sure we were entirely happy in the progress with each and every stage. Will definitely be using his company again brilliant"

"We engaged SJ Highland Construction to carry out a total refurbishment of our kitchen, which needed modernising. They helped with the initial design, and made some great suggestions for lighting and other added extras which we would not have thought of. The work was carried out to our entire satisfaction and delight. Our new kitchen has made such a difference to our house, we are very pleased with it. We would not hesitate to recommend SJ Highland Construction."

"SJ Highland Construction did an amazing job on our kitchen. They delivered the open plan kitchen/diner that we always wanted and the quality of the work was outstanding. We could not be happier with the work they did for us."

"Outstanding work ethic, and a master craftsman for all aspects in the building and construction industry.I honestly don't think there is anything that they can't fix build or modify.I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending SJ Highland Construction. Job Well Done"

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