Loft conversions in Ashford: dormer, hip-to-gable and Velux
Many Ashford homes, from newer estate houses to 1960s to 80s detacheds, have usable roof space. We convert it into bright, insulated, fully compliant bedrooms and offices.
40+ years' experience · 5-year workmanship guarantee · £5m public liability · Fixed-price written quote
Choosing a loft type
| Type | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Velux (rooflight) | Windows set into the existing roof slope | Lofts that already have good head height |
| Dormer | A box added to the roof to create full-height floor space | Most homes wanting a proper bedroom |
| Hip-to-gable | A hipped end rebuilt as a vertical gable, usually with a dormer | Hipped detached and semi-detached homes; biggest interior, typically £15k to £25k more than a dormer |
Newer estates: check the roof and the paperwork
Modern trussed roofs need structural redesign to open up, which is why structural calculations are part of every conversion we quote. Planning conditions on some newer Ashford estates can also remove permitted development rights, so it is worth checking your consent early.
Included in an Ashford loft conversion
- Structural calculations
- Insulation and soundproofing
- En-suite bathrooms where you want one
- A bespoke staircase, made in our Biddenden workshop
- Building regulations approval, always required
Coverage and quotes
We are based in Biddenden, near Cranbrook, and cover Ashford, Kennington, Willesborough and Kingsnorth via the A28. Site visits are free, the written quote is fixed-price and itemised, and every project carries a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
"We had our loft insulated and boarded. From start to finish the process was smooth, professional and stress-free. Malcolm upgraded the insulation and …"
Questions about loft conversions in Ashford
What is the difference between a dormer and a hip-to-gable?
A dormer adds a box; a hip-to-gable rebuilds a hipped end as a vertical gable, then adds a dormer. Hip-to-gables give the biggest interior but cost £15k to £25k more.
Can a new-build loft in Ashford be converted?
Often yes, but trussed roofs need structural redesign, and some estates have permitted development rights removed. We check both at the site visit.
Do I need building regulations approval?
Yes, always, even when planning permission is not required.
Can you fit an en-suite?
Yes. En-suite bathrooms are a regular part of our loft conversions.
Ready to price your loft conversions in Ashford?
Free site visit, fixed-price written quote and a 5 year workmanship guarantee — backed by 40+ years on the tools and our workshop in Biddenden.
"We had our loft insulated and boarded. From start to finish the process was smooth, professional and stress-free. Malcolm upgraded the insulation and …"