In ancient days, people were completely dependent on manual labor for constructions. For example, ancient kings and pharaohs relied on manual labors for creating one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramid. After a long period time, Taj Mahal was built by thousands of labors with a continuous effort of 22 years. In those days, animals such as dogs and horses were used to transfer heavy loads from one place to another. But, with the advent of technology, works are becoming easier, safe and convenient.

Now a day, different tools have taken over the place of manual labor and it has cut down the efforts of labors. These tools are used to transfer the loads as well as to demolish or to build any structure. Here is a list of tools that are doing this job perfectly such as cranes, loaders, forklifts, excavators etc. This is the talk about building and home construction. There is another new addition in this arena that is basement conversion.

Basement conversion is modern concept of utilizing your damp and dusty basement that was left abandoned. But it was cost thousands of pounds when you bought the room but converting the basement can change you and your family's lifestyle. This cost-effective technique is big news in London. The main reason for growing popularity behind basement conversions is basement is closer to other communal areas of the house and can be used as more living space, not as an extra bedroom, bathroom or study. Kids can use the space for playing or the house members can use the space for exploring their talent or spending leisure time. Apart from this, the extra space can give you extra income if you want to give it on rent or it can be used as a studio or a separate entrance of your home that can adds a flavor to your lifestyle.

On the way of conversion, there are some proper rules and regulation that should be abided by. These regulations are designed to protect the inhabitants from health or safety hazards, and include things like adequate fire escape methods. The most basic regulations for basement conversion are; ventilation, proper damp proofing, safe electrical wiring, safe access, convenient ceiling height and a fire escape route. But among all of them the first and the foremost point that should be taken care is to protect from water. As the room is partially below than ground level, rain water logs into it and damages the property. This problem can be rectified by ensuring the slope of the garden faces towards the exterior edges of the lawn, rather than towards the house. But this is a big job, and an easier solution is to place corrugated iron pipes at the base of the foundation walls to take the water away from the construction. Another potential problem for basements is clogged gutters and down pipes, which may cause rainwater to pool around the corners of the house, and cause seepage. To ensure basement water proofing it is essential to clean and unclog these on a regular basis. Lastly, you should always check for the history of floods in your area, especially if you have just moved to a new property. The local water board should be able to provide details.