Loft Conversions in Brentwood, Chelmsford and the Greater London Area
A loft conversion can transform an underused attic space, turning it into a functional living area for modern habitation. Whether you are adding an extra bedroom, a home office or a bathroom to a home, loft conversions must be tailored to a property’s structure and available space. This is where a builder with design-and-build experience can step in to assist you. We build conversions in a choice of styles.
Areas covered by our building company include:
Basildon | Billericay | Brentwood | Chelmsford
Elco Construction Services Ltd also covers the Greater London area, and all locations in Essex and the surrounding Home Counties.
Choosing a specialist in loft conversions ensures that a project is completed to a high standard, and will comply with the UK Building Regulations. With guidance from an established construction company, you can make the most of your available attic or loft space.
Efficiency and cost-effectiveness are at the heart of our business.
Rooflight Loft Conversions
Rooflight loft conversions are the most straightforward, and budget-friendly option, for your home. The style involves a builder fitting skylight-style windows into the existing roof slope but without the work altering the rest of the build’s shape or physical structure.
This style is ideal if:
- Your loft already has sufficient height and headroom
- You want minimal disruption during the build
- You are working with a smaller budget or have limited space
Key benefits include:
- Quick to complete with minimal structural work involved
- Retains the shape of the existing roofline
- Adds natural light without changing the external appearance
Ideal for terraced and semi-detached homes in Basildon, Billericay, Brentwood, Chelmsford and Greater London, rooflight loft conversions won’t require planning permission in most cases. This style is very popular with customers because it offers a straightforward upgrade.
Dormer Loft Conversions
Dormer loft conversions are one of the most common styles used. They can extend out vertically from the existing roof slope to add extra headroom and usable floor space. This style adds a welcome habitable space at a realistic price point to suit an intermediate budget.
Choose this option if:
- You need more space for a functional room layout
- Your existing loft is too small or awkward to use
- You want to increase your property's market resale value
Key features include:
- Flexibility in room shape and size for a simpler build
- Typically added to the rear of the property
- Can be included with standard windows or Juliet balconies
Dormer loft conversions in Greater London and the Home Counties fall under permitted development. Larger or front-facing designs may need your local authority’s consent, which we can help you to attain.
Mansard Loft Conversions
A mansard conversion involves altering the entire slope of the roof, usually at the rear. This creates a nearly vertical wall and a flat roof, offering maximum internal space. Building costs are higher but customers receive a value-added build with these loft conversions.
This style is best if:
- You want a full-width, high-ceilinged room or multiple rooms
- You live in an urban area with similar properties
- You are planning long-term financial investment into a home
Advantages include:
- Adds the most usable space of all conversion types
- Blends in well with period and terraced properties
- Ideal for master suites or multiple new room additions
Mansard loft conversions usually require planning permission due to the extensive structural changes involved in our building work.
Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions
Hip-to-gable loft conversions extend the sloping “hip” roof from the side of the build to create a vertical gable end. This increases the interior size of the loft while opening up the extra space for full staircases and providing the additional functionality you need.
Consider this style if:
- You own a detached or semi-detached home with a hipped roof
- Your loft is too small for another type of conversion
- You want us to include a rear dormer for added living space
Key benefits include:
- Creates a larger footprint in the loft, like an extension
- Makes space for practical layouts and full-height rooms
- Significantly improves resale value if you sell the home
Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Basildon, Billericay, Brentwood and Chelmsford, and in the surrounding areas, typically require planning permission and are more complex than the rooflight or dormer styles.
Looking to explore the best loft conversions for your home?
Talk to our team of builders for valuable insights into design-and-build services. Our building company always provides expert advice and can offer a tailored service to help you maximise not just the loft’s potential but also the wider potential of a residential home.
Conversions can be factored into refurbishments and renovations too.