Rooftop floor addition in Kuwait - Eqaila

Rooftop floor addition in Eqaila

Rooftop floor addition in Eqaila spans newer and older residential buildings, requiring structural inspection and verification of compatibility with additional loads before construction begins.

  • Licensed company
  • Turnkey builds
  • Pay in instalments
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What sets this area apart

Eqaila mixes newer apartment buildings with strong frames and older ones with relatively weaker concrete. Newer buildings may be designed with load margins allowing addition, but we always verify original plans and engineering studies. In older buildings, we may need comprehensive column and roof reinforcement before starting. The area near Al Kout Mall and the co-op sees many owners wanting to add floors to increase property value, but municipality approvals and structural safety certificates are essential.

Eqaila sits in Ahmadi governorate, a diverse residential district with newer and older buildings near Al Kout Mall.

Most newer buildings in Eqaila are designed for live loads of at least 400 kg/m² on the roof.

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See also: Additional floor in Eqaila

What the work covers - Rooftop floor addition

What the work covers

Structural check of the existing roof through to handover of the finished rooftop floor.

  • Existing roof assessment

    Check slab thickness, column capacity and load margin before any work starts.

  • Drawings and permits

    Prepare structural and architectural drawings and obtain the municipality building permit.

  • Rebar tie-in to columns

    Core-drill column tops and epoxy-anchor starter bars for the new frame.

  • Concrete frame and walls

    Pour new columns, beams and roof slab with reinforced block infill walls.

  • New roof insulation

    Thermal and waterproof insulation on the new slab to prevent cracking and leaks.

  • Full finishing

    Gypsum, tiling, aluminium, electrical and plumbing finishing for the new floor.

How it works.

  1. First contact

    Call or WhatsApp us to describe the house and current floor count.

  2. Site visit

    We visit to inspect the roof slab and columns and assess their load capacity.

  3. Drawings and permit

    We prepare structural and architectural drawings and handle the building permit.

  4. Construction

    Tie rebar to existing columns, pour frame and slab, raise walls and roof.

  5. Finishing and handover

    Complete all finishes on the new floor then hand over with final drawings.

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Why one contractor beats four.

Every extra contractor means another schedule and another excuse. With us, one company answers for all of it.

  1. Turnkey

    Shell and finishing with one company, from footings to keys.

  2. Pay in instalments

    Construction and finishing on instalments. Ask us for the details.

  3. Engineering supervision

    Architectural drawings and engineering supervision on site.

  4. After handover

    Maintenance contracts and a 24-hour emergency plumber.

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Questions about Rooftop floor addition in Eqaila

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Is there a difference between adding a floor to a new building versus an old one?

Yes, newer buildings are often designed with extra load margin, making addition faster. Older buildings need deep inspection and may require comprehensive structural reinforcement before pouring.

Does municipal licensing require formal engineering inspection before approving the addition?

Yes, the municipality requires an engineering study demonstrating the existing structure's capacity and detailing the new floor. We prepare this with an approved consultant engineer and submit it with the licensing application.

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Licence no.2024/23054
  • Building construction
  • Building finishing
  • Renovation
  • Infrastructure works