Celebrating 25 Years of Loft Conversions & Extensions in South London. Call us today on 020 8673 4114.
Celebrating 25 Years of Loft Conversions & Extensions in South London. Call us today on 020 8673 4114.

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11Gipsy Road SE27 Dining Room - single story extension

Kitchen Extensions: Your Complete Guide

Contents Toggle Types of Kitchen Extensions for UK Homes1. Rear Kitchen Extension2. Side Return Extension3. Wraparound Extension4. Double-Storey Kitchen Extension5. Orangery or Glazed ExtensionHow Much Does a Kitchen Extension Cost?Additional costs to budget for:Design Ideas for Modern Kitchen ExtensionsPlanning Permission and Building Regulations for Kitchen ExtensionsDo you need planning permission?Building regulationsTips for Hiring the Right...
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Do You Need Planning Permission for a Dormer?

Contents Toggle A Dormer Loft Conversion: ExplainedWhen Is Planning Permission Required for a Dormer?Permitted Development Rights for Dormer Loft ConversionsHow to Apply for Planning Permission for a DormerCommon Planning Permission Mistakes to Avoid Thinking of adding a dormer to your loft? Dormer conversions are one of the most popular ways to extend upwards and add...
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How to Insulate a Loft Conversion

Contents Toggle Why Loft Insulation Is EssentialTypes of Insulation for Loft Conversions1. Rigid Foam Board Insulation2. Mineral Wool (e.g. Rockwool)3. Multifoil Insulation4. Spray Foam InsulationStep-by-Step Guide to Insulating a Loft ConversionBest Materials for Loft InsulationHow Much Does Loft Insulation Cost?Loft Conversion Key Points Insulating a loft conversion properly is one of the most important steps...
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11Kingshall Road Kitchen Extension

Why Late Summer is the Best Time to Start Your Loft Conversion

Contents Toggle Late Summer is the Best Time to Start Your Loft ConversionLong Days Mean Faster ProgressDry Weather Minimises DelaysGet Your Loft Ready Before WinterLess Disruption While You’re AwayTake Advantage of Contractor AvailabilityIdeal Conditions for Installing Roof Lights and DormersEnjoy the Benefits SoonerBoost Property Value Before the Autumn MarketWhy South London Homes Are Perfect for...
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11Gipsy Road SE27 Nursery

Loft Conversion vs. Moving House: Which Is More Cost-Effective?

Contents Toggle Loft Conversion vs Moving House: Pros and ConsPros of a Loft Conversion:Cons of a Loft Conversion:Pros of Moving House:Cons of Moving House:Loft Conversion Costs vs Moving ExpensesHow a Loft Conversion Can Save You MoneyLifestyle Benefits of Staying vs MovingStaying Put:Moving:When Moving House May Be the Better OptionFinal Thoughts   Running out of space...
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11Avignon Road loft conversion

How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost in 2025?

Contents Toggle Factors Affecting the Cost of a Loft Conversion in 2025Average Loft Conversion Costs in 2025 by TypeBudget Friendly Loft Conversion Ideas for 2025How to Finance Your Loft Conversion in 2025Cost Breakdown: Materials, Labour and PlanningFinal Thoughts Thinking of utilising the space in your loft this year? Find yourself wondering how much does a...
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Lambeth Council Changes Loft Planning Allowances – And refers To SLL In Guidance Images.

After 26 years of working on loft conversions in Lambeth, we’ve seen plenty of planning battles, particularly when it came to extending over the rear addition roof space. Until recently, Lambeth Council had a firm stance: rear additions were off-limits. No matter how much space it could unlock for a growing family or how sensitively...
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11Gipsy Road SE27 Exterior terraced house vs semi-detatched

Terraced House vs Semi-Detached

When looking for a new home in the UK, many buyers find themselves choosing between a terraced house vs semi-detached properties. Both have their pros and cons and the right choice often depends on your budget, lifestyle and personal preferences. In this guide we break down the differences, pros and cons and what to consider...
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11loft conversion Doverfield Road Brixton, bedroom

Hip to Gable vs Dormer

If you’re looking to convert your loft, you’ll have come across the terms hip to gable and dormer. These two popular types of loft conversions can turn unused attic space into a usable room, but each has its advantages depending on your roof type, budget and space needs. In this guide we compare hip to...
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11Eden Park Avenue Loft conversion

Dormer vs Mansard

If you’re looking to add space and value to your home with a loft conversion, you’ve probably come across two popular options: dormer and mansard conversions. Both have their own advantages and architectural features, and the choice between them will depend on your budget, the style of your home and how much space you want...
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11South London Lofts 3D Model Movie

South London Lofts 3D Model Movie

This video shows the 3D imagery of the L-shape dormer conversion with two bedrooms, an ensuite shower room, plus the final views of the conversion summary from the customer.
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11South London Lofts on UKTV

South London Lofts on UKTV

Take a look at how we put together a L-shape dormer on this typical mid terrace Victorian property. Interest came from the TV company who wanted to film the project and go through the process with our customer.
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11Aspinall Road Project

Getting Started: Drawings, Deposit & Contract

Contents Toggle DrawingsDepositContract You will probably have a start date in mind for you conversion, let us know and we will work towards this date. With most people it’s normally as soon as possible, this won’t be a problem as we don’t normally have a waiting list. Drawings If you are keen to get moving...
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11Dormers

What Type of Loft Conversion?

There are several ways of going approaching your project and the one you select depends on your property, your tastes and the regulations. Here’s a quick guide to the basic types.
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11Aspinall Road Project

Decorating, Bathroom Fitting, Tiling & Finishing

To get the project completed we have various skilled teams available, such as decorators, tilers, wardrobe design and fitting services, and a popular kitchen design and fitting service Of course you are welcome to make your own arrangements if that’s would you’d prefer, but we are also very happy to arrange to take the job...
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11Trevelyan Road Project

Would it be better to move?

Uncertainty in the housing market means it might be better to sit tight and invest in what you’ve got. A few years ago it might have seemed easier just to move to a bigger place, but uncertainty in the housing market means that it seems safer to sit it out and see what happens. But...
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11Mansard

Could I do building work myself?

DIYers admit to causing cosmetic damage to their property and 5% fail to finish within a year. As we have said elsewhere, we are happy to take the project right to the very end and include shower room fitting, decorating, and tiling. At the other end of the scale we are also happy just to...
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11Building Control

Building regulations

Your plans and structural calculations will be submitted to building control approved inspectors. They will check and approve the plans in 2 days and send out correspondence to you, keeping you updated with the process. They will also send you an invoice for their work, as this is not included in our price. Once the...
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11Mansard

Party wall & neighbours

Neighbours cannot stop you doing the conversion but can make you pay for their own surveyor. A Party wall is owned by all those whose property is connected to the wall. Because you are planning to do a loft conversion, you have to inform the neighbour. They have a total time limit of eight weeks...
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11Project Management

How will the project be managed?

Contents Toggle Tradesmen The project management is carefully organised with our team and is a system that we have worked and developed over the years. We don’t have lots of separate teams but one group that are centrally run and organised, so each conversion goes through the same system to ensure high standards and quality...
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1110 year guarantee

What Guarantee Do I Get With My Project?

Contents Toggle What guarantee shows more confidence than a 10-year guarantee across all our projects?A Guarantee You Can Rely OnBuilding Control and Industry StandardsFully Insured for Your Protection What guarantee shows more confidence than a 10-year guarantee across all our projects? We understand that having a loft conversion or extension is a significant project for...
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11Architect

What about Architects?

We have our own architect design team, which is this built into the price and service, this make things easier for you as the team have a great deal of experience and will be able to expertly guide you and design of the project and what is possible, plus we know all the rules and...
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11Planning Permission

Will we need planning permission?

Contents Toggle Planning permission & dealing with the council Planning permission & dealing with the council You may well not need permission but, if you do, you should choose a company that’s experienced in working specifically with your councils. Planning sometimes required particularly if you have a flat or your property falls within a conservation...
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11Flats and Conservation Areas Loft Conversions

What if we’re in a Conservation Area?

If you live in a conservation area, you might find that the council won’t let you have a large rear dormer. However, they may approve a mansard roof or a combination of Velux roof windows with smaller dormers. In this case, we’ll need to submit detailed drawings for approval. It’s essential to work with a...
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11Aspinall Road Project

Viewing & Referrals

If you would like to see one of our previous conversions so that you can see what we can achieve this is always possible and we actually recommend it as it is a great way to get to know us and also to see how we got on with a previous customer. Also you will...
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11Interiors

Is our loft suitable? Low Headroom Problem!

Contents Toggle Raising ridges or lowering ceilings Probably, and don’t necessarily accept it if another loft company says your ridge is too low – we may well have other solutions If you’re in a street of similar houses and your neighbours have been converted you are probably not even looking at this page. But if...
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11rosenthorpe road cross section plans, a good example of the loft conversion process

The Loft Conversion Process

It's usually a good idea to have a starting date in mind that we can work towards and, because we don't have a waiting list as such, we will usually be able to accommodate you. Here's how it goes.
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When can we build your conversion?

We don’t have a long waiting list normally, so if you want to get going quickly this won’t be a problem! We find that each conversion will have a natural lead in and set up time, for the drawings and structural calculations to be completed along with possible planning permission and party wall agreements. As...
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Can I make money from a loft conversion?

Contents Toggle Initial Installation You don’t want to move now, but that day may come, and when it does you don’t want to miss out. A good estate agent will give you the best advice on this, but our experience of hundreds of projects is that the cost of a conversion can be very close...
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