HIP TO GABLE REAR DORMER Loft Conversions London

For a hip to gable loft conversion the roof hip is removed, a new gable wall is raised from the existing walls of the house and the remaining pitched roofline is extended to meet it. The gable wall is usually built up in brick or render to match the existing gable wall. Once the roof is adjusted from hipped to a pitched roof, the construction of the rear dormer can begin. A hip to gable extension will require the rear roof to be removed to extend the new gable wall. In the dormer there is a possibility to add large windows, French doors and or a Juliette balcony.

A hip to gable loft conversion is a great way to add significant space to your end of terrace or semi-detached property. It opens up a huge amount of space from a previously inaccessible loft area. This conversion type never fails to astonish our clients who see the space change as the conversion progresses. Typically finished with a rear dormer, French doors, Juliette balcony or large format windows to the rear, which all bring in much needed natural light. Large Velux windows can be added to the front sloping roof serving that much needed home office or shower room. In most cases you can get one very large bedroom with en-suite or 2 bedrooms with a proportionate shower room. In summary, a hip to gable loft conversion results in a large, bright and airy space loved by all of our clients.

Is a Hip to Gable loft conversion right for my property type?

A hip to Gable loft conversion is particularly suited to a semi-detached or end of terrace house especially to an Edwardian or 1930s style of house. Some detached properties have hipped roofs on either side which creates a double hip to gable conversion which can create useable space from an awkward underutilised loft space in your property. A hip to gable loft conversion generally comes under permitted development, so is a very simple and stress free process to navigate. We will provide all architectural services required and apply for lawful development so that we have documentation to prove the design and build is compliant with the schemes regulations and is legal.

Want to know more about a Hip to Gable loft conversion, then contact us today to find out more and to discuss your options.

How much does a Hip to Gable loft conversion cost?

A Hip to Gable loft conversion cost begins in the region of £75,000 depending on the specifications required. It will take 10 - 12 weeks to complete with some factors can impacting both the cost and timeframe which we will guide you through. Would you like to discuss your project and find out accurate costs? – ask us for your free consultation and quotation today.