Loft Conversions

Make the most of your unused loft space with R&A Building Ltd. Whether you need an extra bedroom, a home office, a playroom, or a relaxing retreat, a professional loft conversion is one of the most cost-effective ways to add valuable living space to your home without the need to move or build outwards.

Loft Conversions in Chesterfield, Sheffield & Derby

Running out of space, but love where you live? At R&A Building Ltd, we transform unused attic spaces into beautiful, functional rooms that add significant value to your property. With over 20 years of experience serving Chesterfield, Sheffield, Derby and throughout Derbyshire and Yorkshire, we manage every aspect of your loft conversion project from initial design through to the finishing touches, delivering the quality workmanship and exceptional service you'd expect from an established, trusted construction company.

Why Invest in a Loft Conversion?

Create Additional Living Space

The most obvious benefit of converting your loft is the extra room it provides. Whether you need another bedroom for a growing family, a dedicated home office for remote working, a teenager's den, a guest suite, or a hobby room, your loft offers valuable square footage that's currently going to waste.

Increase Your Property Value

A well-executed loft conversion is one of the smartest investments you can make in your home. Estate agents estimate that adding an extra bedroom through a loft conversion can increase your property's value by up to 20%, often exceeding the cost of the conversion itself. This makes it not just a lifestyle enhancement, but a sound financial decision too.

Avoid the Hassle of Moving

Moving house is expensive, stressful and time-consuming. By converting your loft, you can gain the extra space you need whilst staying in the home and neighbourhood you love, keeping your children in the same schools, and maintaining your established community connections.

Benefit from Natural Light

Modern loft conversions incorporate roof windows, Velux skylights or dormer windows that flood your new space with natural daylight. This creates bright, airy rooms with an open feel, often making loft spaces some of the most pleasant rooms in the house.

Take Advantage of Permitted Development

Many loft conversions fall under permitted development rights, meaning you may not need to apply for full planning permission. This can save you considerable time, money and complexity compared to other types of home extension.

Enjoy Better Insulation and Energy Efficiency

Converting your loft provides an opportunity to significantly improve your home's insulation. Proper insulation installed during the conversion process helps keep your entire house warmer in winter and cooler in summer, potentially reducing your energy bills whilst creating a comfortable living environment.

Maximise Storage Solutions

Beyond creating a new room, loft conversions offer excellent opportunities for integrated storage. Built-in wardrobes, eaves storage, and clever shelving solutions can be incorporated into the design, helping to declutter other areas of your home whilst making the most of every inch of available space.

Our Comprehensive Loft Conversion Service

Free Consultation and Quotation

We begin with a no-obligation visit to your property where we'll assess your loft space, discuss your ideas and requirements, and provide expert advice on what's achievable. We'll explain the different conversion options available, help you understand building regulations and any planning considerations, and provide a transparent, detailed quotation with no hidden costs.

Design and Planning

Our experienced team will work with you to design a loft conversion that maximises both space and functionality whilst complementing your home's existing character. We'll help you choose the right type of conversion for your property and handle all necessary building regulation applications and structural calculations.

Expert Project Management

Once work begins, we manage every aspect of your project. Our competent and reliable team includes qualified tradespeople across all the necessary disciplines – from structural engineers and carpenters to electricians, plumbers, plasterers and decorators. This means you have one trusted point of contact throughout, and we ensure all trades work together seamlessly.

Structural Work and Building

We handle all structural alterations, including strengthening floor joists, creating access stairs, installing roof windows or dormers, and ensuring your loft meets all building regulation requirements for fire safety, insulation, and structural integrity.

Complete Finishing

Our service doesn't stop at the structural work. We take your loft conversion through to a complete finish, including plastering, decorating, flooring, electrical installations with appropriate lighting and sockets, heating solutions, and any fitted furniture or storage you require.

Minimal Disruption

We understand you're living in your home throughout the conversion, so we work efficiently and respectfully, keeping disruption to a minimum, maintaining site safety and cleanliness, and ensuring access to the rest of your house remains as normal as possible.

Types of Loft Conversion We Deliver

Roof Light (Velux) Conversions 

The most cost-effective option, perfect for lofts with good existing head height. Windows are fitted into the existing roof slope without altering the roofline.

Dormer Conversions 

The most popular choice, dormers extend vertically from the roof slope, creating additional headroom and floor space. They work well with most property types.

Hip-to-Gable Conversions 

Ideal for properties with hipped roofs (where the roof slopes on all sides). This extends the roof to create a vertical gable wall, significantly increasing usable space.

Mansard Conversions 

A flat-roofed option that provides maximum space and headroom, though typically requires planning permission. Popular in urban areas.

Why Choose R&A Building Ltd?

Over 20 Years of Experience 

With more than two decades in the building industry, we've completed loft conversions of all types and complexities across Derbyshire and Yorkshire.

Fully Insured and Qualified Team 

We're fully insured for your peace of mind, and all our team members are qualified in their respective trades, ensuring work is completed safely and to the highest standards.

Comprehensive Service 

From design through to decoration, we manage every aspect of your project. You won't need to coordinate multiple contractors – we handle everything.

Clear Communication

 We pride ourselves on maintaining excellent communication throughout your project. We'll keep you informed at every stage, answer your questions promptly, and ensure you're completely satisfied with the progress.

Reliable Workmanship 

 Quality is at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in our craftsmanship and won't compromise on the standard of our work.

Exceptional Customer Service 

Your satisfaction is our priority. We treat your home with respect, work efficiently, and go the extra mile to ensure you're delighted with the result.

Ready to Transform Your Loft Space?

If you're considering a loft conversion in Chesterfield, Sheffield, Derby, or anywhere across Derbyshire and Yorkshire, we'd love to discuss your ideas. Contact us today on 07881 349771 or use our contact form to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation and quotation.