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Loft Conversion: Velux

Going up is a great way to add space and value to your property, especially when you choose an affordable Velux loft renovation. Also known as a ‘rooflight’ or ‘skylight’ conversion, it balances cost with practicality, and is a popular choice among homeowners.

Reasons to choose a Velux loft conversion

There are lots of benefits to this style over others, including the following:

Simplest solution
Most cost-effective option
Unaltered roofline
Planning permission usually isn’t needed
Low level of construction required
Minimum disruption

Velux loft considerations

While there are many good points to this type of upwards extension, it isn’t right for every building. It’s important to think about whether it’s the most suitable one for your house. Consider these factors:

Ceiling height: As you’re not increasing headroom by building out, start with ample space to move around in comfortably, without ducking/stooping.
Planning constraints: If you’re unlikely to get the go-ahead for a more substantial change to the structure, this is the way to go. If neighbours have been given the green light for a dormer etc. you might choose to go with a bigger project.
District: In a conservation/heritage zone, or flat? Permission might be required.
Window coverage: For adequate daylight levels, the glazed area should be at least 20% of the floor, so check this can be achieved.
Positioning: Facing south? You’ll get lots of sunshine, perfect for winter. Blackout blinds help prevent overheating in the summer.
Usage: Typically there’s only capability for one use, such as an office, bedroom or playroom. Want two bedrooms and a bathroom? You might prefer a different project.

Velux loft conversion cost

From £25,000

Cost is a major consideration when developing your house. Looking for the cheapest route to have an extra room? Then changing your attic this way is likely your top pick.

The final price depends on various things, such as:

Window size/number
Roof size
Usage
Spec

Just need light and ventilation? It’ll be less expensive. Fancy smart fittings that automatically open/shut? You’ll pay a bit more. Live somewhere noisy? Insulation will help — at a higher price tag. You can also have a cabrio system to create a balcony.

Why choose Fittra for your Velux loft expansion

Fittra Construction can transform your attic to make the most of your home. Save the expense of moving by improving your existing property to gain everything you want. Here’s how we can help:

Free consultations
Bespoke design
Planning permission applications
Building regulations covered
Legal advice
Trade discounts
Expert team
Engineering consultancy
Project management throughout
Clear payment schedule with 5% deposit
£5M public/products, £10M employer’s liability insurance
NFB, TrustMark, FMB, NHBC registrations/accreditations/professional memberships

Get in touch today to discuss your plans. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Team at Fittra possesses all the attributes necessary to be an excellent contractor: they know their market extremely well; they are diligent, responsive, and yet very understanding with their clients. They are very professional and offer cost saving alternatives when possible. The thing that has impressed me the most is the professionalism, knowledge and helpfulness of all the workers. Hanwell, New Build

We did our house fully renovation last year July 2019 – December 2019 with Fittra. We are very pleased with the results – our new kitchen (rear extension with lantern roof light), loft conversion, hardwood flooring, underfloor heating, tiling and etc.. Ivan and his team are truly professional. They finished the job with timely manner and customer satisfaction. Their breakdown quotes are easy to understand and easy to work with. We are highly recommended for Ivan, Igor and the team. Great job!!! Isleworth

The work that Fittra did for me was a full house renovation – this did not include any new build or extension work but it did include moving a number of internal load bearing walls and extending external openings to install large sliding doors. The work was reasonably complex structurally as the upper floor is steel beam and concrete block construction. Externally all windows and doors were changed, guttering and fascias were changed and a new tiled deck constructed to give an outside/inside feel. Internally, walls were moved, new door openings created or widened to give a modern open plan look and feel. Maidenhead

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need planning permission for a Velux loft conversion?

Most loft conversions are considered permitted development, which means you won’t need to get planning permission as long as the building work fits certain criteria.

What's the difference between Velux and dormer?

Whereas a traditional dormer consists of a window and roof combination, the Velux dormer uses windows in place of the roof.

How long does a Velux loft conversion take?

Velux loft conversions are usually completed in less than four weeks since they are one of the simplest conversion types. Depending on the overall size and roof work requirements, a dormer loft conversion may take four to six weeks to complete.

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