More space without losing your garden
A loft conversion is one of the smartest ways to add a proper room to your home in Guildford without building out into the garden or moving house. The space above your head is usually doing nothing, and with the right design it can become a comfortable bedroom, a home office, a quiet study, or a family bathroom. At Tanner Construction we look at the shape of your roof, the head height and the way the stairs can run, then plan a layout that genuinely works for how you live. The result is a warm, light room that feels like it was always part of the house, not an afterthought tacked on top.
We are a family run building company and we handle the whole job in house with one team, from the first structural work right through to the decorating. That means the same people who open up your roof are the ones fitting the insulation, building the stairs, plastering the walls and finishing the room ready to use. You are not left chasing different trades or wondering who is turning up next, because it all sits with us. We work to building regulations on every project and keep you in the picture from start to finish.
Types of loft conversion we build
The best type of loft conversion depends on your roof shape, the height you have to work with and how much extra room you want. Some homes suit a simple rooflight conversion, while others gain far more usable space from a dormer or a change to the roof structure. We will walk the loft with you, take measurements and explain honestly what each option would mean for your home and budget. Here are the main types we build across Guildford and the surrounding area:
- Dormer conversions that extend out from the slope of the roof to add proper standing height and floor space
- Velux and rooflight conversions, which keep the existing roof line and bring in plenty of natural light
- Hip to gable conversions that build up the sloping side of the roof into a flat gable wall for extra width
- L-shaped dormer conversions, ideal for older terraced and semi-detached homes with a rear addition
- Loft conversions with an en suite, so a new bedroom comes with its own shower room
- Home office and study conversions for working from home in a quiet space away from the rest of the house
- Combined hip to gable and dormer conversions where you want the maximum amount of room
Built properly and finished to a high standard
A good loft conversion is about far more than just boarding out the space. We deal with the things that make a room comfortable to live in all year round, including proper insulation, sensible head height and a staircase that feels safe and natural to use rather than steep and awkward. Floors are strengthened where needed, windows are positioned for light and ventilation, and fire safety is built in from the start. Everything is done to building regulations, so you have the right paperwork behind the work as well as a room that performs.
Because we carry out the whole job in house, the finish is consistent throughout. We plaster, decorate, fit skirting and architrave, sort the wiring and lighting, and tile any en suite or bathroom so the room is ready to use when we hand it over. If your project also involves structural alterations elsewhere in the house, such as opening up the floor below or moving a wall to fit the new stairs, we handle that as part of the same job rather than bringing in someone else. You get one team taking responsibility for the lot.
Planning permission and building regulations
Many loft conversions in Guildford fall under permitted development, which means they can often be carried out without full planning permission, though this depends on the size of the dormer, your roof type and whether you live in a conservation area or a flat. Either way, every loft conversion must meet building regulations, and that is not optional. We will tell you early on whether your plans are likely to need a planning application, and we work with the right people on drawings and structural calculations so it is all in order. Our job is to make sure the work is signed off correctly, so you are covered if you ever come to sell the house.
Why choose Tanner Construction
We are a local, family run firm based in Fairlands, Guildford, and we treat every home as if it were our own. A loft conversion is a big change to your house and you have to live there while it happens, so we keep the site tidy, protect the rest of your home and keep disruption to a sensible level. We explain what is happening at each stage and we are easy to get hold of if you have a question, because the people doing the work are the people you speak to. Our slogan, Professional, Quality, Reliable Guildford Based Builders, is the standard we hold ourselves to on every job.
We work across Guildford, Woking and the wider Surrey area, and a loft conversion often pairs well with other work we do, whether that is extensions to the rear of the house or smaller improvements while we are on site. Handling everything with one team keeps the project moving and keeps the standard consistent from groundwork to the final coat of paint. Talk to us about what you want from your loft and we will give you honest, clear advice on the best way to get there.
