Attic Remodel

Whether or not your attic ladder needs to be fire-rated depends on your local building codes, so it’s best to check with your municipal office. However, if your ceiling meets a fire requirement, your attic ladder should as well. There are benefits of opting for a fire-rated ladder. For one, thanks to their fire-resistant material, they'll help protect your home from fire spreading from your attic, if one should break out.

There is a good return on investment (ROI) when you convert a loft area into a new bedroom. You’ll likely find that converting a loft into a bedroom can add 20% more value to your property. This type of remodel increases your home's square footage and maximizes the efficiency of existing space without the need for an extension.

You can convert your attic into a living space as long as your local building codes allow. Most codes require a living space to include properly sized egress windows and a certain height or square footage. You can often increase the height of a space by adding dormers or raising the roof.

An attic ladder could increase your home’s value. This is especially true if there was no access before and you plan to turn your attic into a valuable bonus space, like a bedroom, home office, or a beautifully organized and updated storage space. Potential buyers would likely see easy attic access as an attractive selling point.