With house prices steadily rising, we are finding that more and more clients are looking to increase space within their existing property. A loft conversion can be a great way to utilise unused space by creating a separate master bedroom or office. As well as being able to design the room how you would like it, when it comes to selling the property, you could have considerably increased the value of your property overall.
With Go Plans you can truly design the conversion of your dreams. We will work with your sketches and ideas to help create a space that matches the style of your home, and what’s more, you won’t have to move out of your property whilst construction is underway.
Depending on your requirements, one of the below options may be suitable:
A Velux conversion, also known as a rooflight conversion, is one of the most common forms of loft conversion. It doesn’t involve any structural changes to the roof, and often just includes adding Velux windows to allow natural light into the room.
Dormer loft conversion
A dormer loft conversion involves adding a box shaped structure to your existing roof, so that it creates walls that sit at a 90-degree angle to the floor. Dormer conversions create additional headroom and floor space, resulting in an overall larger room.
Hip-to-gable loft conversion
Usually used for detached or end-of-terrace homes, a hip to gable loft conversion involves extending the existing hip roof to create a gable end (straightening an inwardly slanting wall to create a vertical one). Typically, a full-width rear dormer is added to the conversion to create a larger amount of space.
L-shape loft conversion
An L-shape loft conversion combines elements of dormer and Velux conversions. It’s typically built on terrace properties with a rear outrigger (trusses that extend beyond the roof of a building). By choosing this type of conversion, you can often add two bedrooms and a bathroom within the additional space.
Mansard dormers loft conversion
A Mansard loft conversion typically looks as though an additional storey has been added to a building. Commonly found on terrace houses, this type of conversion has a flat roof, with the back wall sloping inwards at an angle.
Is My Loft Suitable For Conversion?
There are several things to consider before proceeding, all of which the Go Plans team will discuss with you:
• Floor Space: the available floor space may affect the type of conversion you decide to go for.
• Height: To ensure you’ll have enough height within the existing space, we recommend standing in the central point of the loft and measuring that you have at least 2.2 metres of height from the floor to the ceiling. If so, it’s likely that your loft is suitable for a conversion. It’s also worth considering space for the extra staircase that will be added to go up to the new loft room.
• Fixtures: Are there any permanent fixtures in the loft that will need to be removed, such as a chimney stack, or in some older properties, a water tank.
• Weight: We will assess whether your home can take the weight of an additional room. This is usually just a formality but it’s best to be thorough.
How long does it take?
We will discuss timelines with you, as it differs depending on the materials used, the complexity and the size of the conversion. As a rough guide, a Velux conversion can take around 4-5 months to build.
When converting a loft you will need to apply for planning permission, and also gain building regulations approval. In some cases you may also need to notify your neighbours of your proposed plans, ie if you are in a terraced or semi-detached house. We will discuss all of these with you at your consultation.
Why choose us?
Experience
Our in-house team have worked on 1000s of loft conversions, and have the expertise to truly understand your requirements and how to make them into reality.
Project history
We have successfully completed over 2000 projects across England. You can view some of these here.
3D models
We can offer lifelike 3D models or renders so that you can accurately see how your conversion might look.
Offer 24/7 support
Our Whatsapp support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all of our clients.
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We’ll gladly talk you through each stage of the process and give you an idea of exactly how Go Plans can help get your project underway.
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2025-05-16
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We had a fantastic experience working with Shilan on the architects side, Joe on the building controls and structural drawings side, Renata on tendering and Abigail on third party fittings. They provide such a great all encompassing service and everything is to a very high standard. Shilan''s drawings were really impressive and she was very proactive in ensuring we got planning permission promptly. We are continuing to work with Joe and he is so helpful. Highly recommend. Reasonably priced too.
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Michael S.
2025-04-23
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Excellent Experience from Start to Finish,
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Saimir Byci
2025-04-15
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I have worked with Go Plans in few projects, best architecture and design team to work with.
Can’t recommend enough the dedication they put on to the projects, very helpful.
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2025-03-07
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We couldn't be happier with the support we received for our loft conversion. The team was very helpful from detailed drawings and successful planning applications to their tireless work in overcoming initial hurdles due to our house layout, this team provided a truly comprehensive service. We definitely recommend them
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fantabulon06
2025-02-13
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Go Plans did a terrific job creating a comprehensive lighting/electrical design for my home extension, and in particular suggesting a solution for a tricky ceiling configuration that not only solved the problem, but which I love. The team were quick, responsive, and generous with their time throughout the process, and I'd gladly work with them again.
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Anna Whitley
2025-01-14
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I've just finished the planning stage for my extension with Go Plans and can confirm they are great to work with. Quick response times and excellent quality. Ahmed, Oliver, Nahyan and Abigail were all brilliant!
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Hamad Al nazi
2024-09-05
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I was very pleased with Oliver. He was very friendly and efficient, and was always available to answer our questions. Would definitely recommend it!
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Elite Vend
2024-09-04
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Really straight forward. Clear advice and quote beforehand. I’m new to this type of work and Shilan provided reassurance/guidance. My builder is now ready to start the job
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Emy Moustapha
2024-08-17
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I want to extend my middle terrace property by the creation of a rear extension in a conservation
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