This project adds energy efficiency storage space and possibly an additional room to your home.
Attic crawl space conversion.
Some of the structural alterations that will be done to convert a vented crawl space to a closed crawl space involve sealing vents and installing a sealed vapor barrier on the crawl space floor.
If your attic isn t 7 feet you could lower the floor or raise the attic height.
Completing an attic crawl space may appear daunting to home improvement novices but it requires little more than basic carpentry skills.
Another exit could be a window.
Attic conversion has fit the bill for countless homeowners over the years.
Unlike many basements attics are dry and being free of major appliances e g the furnace they are also quiet.
You ll need a skilled contractor for either project.
To convert your attic to living space you cannot provide access via a ladder.
If you plan to turn your attic space into a bedroom you ll have to have at least two exits.
Provide a minimum of 6 8 of headroom the entire walking length of the stairs.