Dormer conversions add a vertical extension with a window to the sloping roof. They give more headroom and light. This turns the attic into a real room. Many houses use a dormer at the back. It’s a straightforward way to gain space in the roof.

A single dormer is one extension in the roof, usually above the centre of the back wall. This raises the ceiling height over one part of the attic. It can make room for a new bedroom or a small bathroom. Single dormers are often chosen for a simple extra room and cost less than two dormers.

A full width dormer stretches across most of the roof at the back. We build a large box that reaches from wall to wall. It often has a flat roof on top. This creates a big open room inside. You could fit a bedroom and a bathroom in it. It nearly doubles the width of the loft.

An L-shaped dormer has two linked extensions on adjacent roof slopes, like an L. One part runs along the back and one along the side. This adds headroom in two directions. It works well for corner houses or larger roofs. It brings in more natural light with two windows. It’s a bigger job but gives two bright rooms.

A rear dormer extension is like adding a mini second storey at the back of the house. It sticks out under the loft and gives much more floor space. You might use it for a larger bedroom with a closet or even a bathroom. It extends the house up top and makes the room much bigger. It’s a great option if you need a lot of extra space.

A pitched dormer is similar to a dormer but with its own sloping roof. Instead of a flat top, the dormer roof matches the house style. It still adds headroom and an extra room. It can look more traditional. We build it so rain runs off just like your main roof.

A hip-to-gable loft conversion extends a sloping roof side into a vertical wall. This is done on houses where the roof has a hip end. It gives a lot of new space by raising the roof on that side. It’s common for semi-detached and end-terrace houses. This style adds an entire wall, so it costs more than a dormer.

A mansard loft conversion changes the very top of the roof to add a full extra floor. We build the top roof almost flat, with steep side walls. This gives plenty of room inside – almost like a new storey. It’s a big project and usually needs planning permission, but it adds a lot of space.

A Velux or roof-light conversion does not change the roof shape. We simply install skylight windows in the existing roof. This brings in light and air. It makes the attic bright but doesn’t add extra floor space. It is cheaper and quicker than a full dormer. Velux windows work well if you only need light for an office or a bright bedroom.

A new build loft conversion means planning a roof room when building a new home or extension. If you add a big new roof, we design the loft space into it from the start. This can save money since we build it all at once. It also means the room is perfectly fitted. It’s a smart plan if you are doing a major renovation.