To round off our series of loft conversion types, we are finishing with the popular skylight loft conversion! This type of loft conversion is great for a variety of property types and areas as it does not alter the core structure of your loft. It is also one of the least expensive loft conversion types, making it extremely budget friendly whilst still adding value to your home in London or the Midlands!
What is a skylight loft conversion? A skylight loft conversion is very simple, with the original structure of the loft not being changed or added to. A number of skylights are added to the existing roof structure, to bring natural light into the loft space. No additional head height or width is added to the property, but your loft will be boarded and transformed to a plastered finish, making it a usable new space. The aim of this loft conversion is to transform dark storage space in your loft, into a brightly lit new room.
In order to have a skylight conversion, your loft will need to meet some minimum requirements. You will need a pitch height of 2.2, but if it is less than this then you can reduce the height of the ceiling of the floor below. The construction process of a skylight conversion is similar to that of a rear dormer conversion, still involving building a suspended floor, insulating the loft space and installing the staircase.
For many homes that are situated in conservation areas or heritage zones across the country, a skylight conversion is a great option. This is due to the minimal impact it has on the surrounding environment, as the roof structure is not altered drastically like all of the other loft conversion types. If you have a particularly strict council for whichever reason, a skylight conversion is a safe bet to have approved through planning permission, as well as mansard loft conversions that has a sympathetic design. You can find out which types of loft conversion your council allow by visiting their website or getting in touch with them directly. Equally, take a look around your neighbourhood to see which types of loft conversion have been previously approved.
The cost of a skylight conversion varies depending on your particular property and the type of glazing you choose, but you can expect a skylight conversion to start at £32k inclusive of VAT. This cost covers the removal of the old roof and placement of a new roof with skylights, as well as the interior refurbishment to a plastered finish. You can do anything you like with your new space, with previous clients of ours turning their new loft space into a home cinema area for their family.
If you are thinking about having a skylight loft conversion, contact the Simply Loft team today on 0800 917 7571 to arrange your free site survey. Take a look at our case studies too to see how our clients have decorated their skylight loft conversions!
