Converting existing attic space into a bedroom is a popular project that can return over 93% of the money invested when you sell your house. When deciding whether to convert an attic into living space, consider the following questions:

  • Easy Access: Is the attic area easy to get to, and are there stairs already in place?
  • Ceiling Height: Is the ceiling high enough to keep the space from feeling cramped?
  • Natural Light: Will you use skylights, dormers, or gable windows to provide natural light and ventilation to the room?
  • Floor Strength: Are the existing joists strong enough to support the floor, or will larger ones need to be installed?
  • Mechanical Systems: Will existing plumbing, electrical, or heating and cooling ducts cause a problem?
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Danny Lipford

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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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