Somerset is a county of real variety. stone built farmhouses and cottages in the Mendip and Quantock Hills, Victorian terraces in the towns, modern estates on the edges of Taunton and Yeovil, and everything in between.
Whatever your home looks like, if it has roof space that isn’t being used, ST Lofts can help you make the most of it.
We carry out loft conversions across the whole of Somerset, bringing the same level of care, expertise, and honest advice to every project regardless of size or location.
If you’re wondering whether your home is suitable, the best thing you can do is book a free survey, we’ll come out, take a proper look, and give you a straight answer.
The case for a loft conversion has never been stronger. With property prices in Somerset rising steadily and the cost of moving. Including: stamp duty, estate agent fees, removal costs. This often running to tens of thousands of pounds, converting your existing roof space is increasingly the most sensible way to create the extra room you need.
A well executed loft conversion in Somerset can add between 15% and 20% to your home’s value, and in many cases the return on investment comfortably outperforms other types of home improvement.
More importantly, it gives you the space you need right now without the upheaval of uprooting your family and moving to a new area.
Velux / Roof Light Conversions
The most affordable route to a converted loft, and often the right choice for Somerset’s older properties where the roof pitch and existing headroom are already generous. Velux windows are fitted into the existing roofline with minimal structural disruption, flooding the new room with natural light. This option typically falls within permitted development and doesn’t require planning permission.
Dormer Conversions
The most popular type of loft conversion we carry out across Somerset. A dormer extends outward from the existing roof slope, creating far more usable floor space and full standing headroom across much of the room. Rear dormers work well on Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Somerset’s towns, while side dormers are common on detached rural properties.
Hip-to-Gable Conversions
Ideal for the large number of semi-detached and detached homes across Somerset’s newer housing estates and market towns. A hip-to-gable conversion replaces the sloping side of the roof with a vertical gable end, significantly increasing the internal footprint of the loft space.
Mansard Conversions
For homeowners who want to maximise every square foot of available space, a mansard conversion restructures the roof to create near-vertical rear walls. It’s the most comprehensive option and delivers the most dramatic results, particularly on larger Somerset properties.
Loft Boarding and Storage
Sometimes a full structural conversion isn’t what’s needed. If you’re looking to make better use of your existing loft for storage, we offer professional boarding, insulation upgrades, loft ladders, and hatch installations across Somerset. Competitively priced and carried out to the same high standard as our full conversions.
We regularly carry out loft conversions across the county, including:
Taunton · Yeovil · Bridgwater · Frome · Wells · Glastonbury · Shepton Mallet · Street · Chard · Ilminster · Minehead · Burnham-on-Sea · Weston-super-Mare · Clevedon · Nailsea · Portishead · Radstock · Midsomer Norton · Somerton · Castle Cary
Not sure if we cover your area? Get in touch and we’ll confirm. We’re always happy to travel for the right project.
Some of the most frequently asked questions about our loft services.
Most Somerset properties do not require planning permission for a standard loft conversion, as it falls under permitted development rights. Exceptions include homes in AONBs, National Parks, conservation areas, and listed buildings. We’ll confirm your property’s status during the free survey.
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