Dormer Loft Conversions
A dormer loft conversion extends vertically through the existing roof slope to create a box-shaped structure with full standing headroom, adding a habitable room without altering the front elevation.
Learn moreGillingham is North Dorset's largest town, with a mix of Victorian railway-era terrace housing close to the station and 20th century residential development extending out from the town core. Properties in the older streets near the station have pitch angles and roof voids well suited to dormer and rooflight conversions, while the newer housing stock on the town's edges follows more standard roof types.
Gillingham is North Dorset's largest town, with a mix of Victorian railway-era terrace housing close to the station and 20th century residential development extending out from the town core. Properties in the older streets near the station have pitch angles and roof voids well suited to dormer and rooflight conversions, while the newer housing stock on the town's edges follows more standard roof types.
We also serve customers in nearby Shaftesbury, Sturminster Newton, Blandford Forum.
A dormer loft conversion extends vertically through the existing roof slope to create a box-shaped structure with full standing headroom, adding a habitable room without altering the front elevation.
Learn moreA Velux or rooflight loft conversion sets windows flush into the existing roof slope, leaving the roofline completely unchanged — the most planning-friendly conversion type.
Learn moreA hip-to-gable conversion replaces the inward-sloping end of a hipped roof with a vertical gable wall, extending the ridge and dramatically increasing the usable loft floor area.
Learn moreAn L-shaped dormer conversion extends over both the main roof slope and the rear back-addition, creating an L-shaped platform and maximising the total loft floor area.
Learn moreA mansard loft conversion replaces the rear roof pitch with near-vertical sides and a shallow top slope, maximising headroom across the full width of the loft.
Learn moreWe design and build fully finished loft bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms — handling structural works, plumbing, electrics and interior fit-out as a complete package.
Learn moreA loft home office conversion creates a dedicated, well-lit workspace above the rest of the house, with natural daylight from rooflights and insulation for year-round comfort.
Learn moreWe advise on planning permission requirements and building regulations compliance for loft conversions across Dorset — managing applications and inspections on your behalf.
Learn moreStructural loft conversion work includes RSJ steel beam installation, floor joist strengthening and structural engineer sign-off — all managed by Skyloftconversions.
Learn moreWe design and install fire-rated loft staircases, thermal roof insulation and acoustic soundproofing as part of every loft conversion project across Dorset.
Learn moreBook your free no-obligation survey in Gillingham today.