Covering Fraserburgh
Alongside Fraserburgh, we also cover Peterhead, Inverurie (31 miles to the south-west) and Buckie.
Homes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Housing in Scotland includes tenements in the cities, sandstone villas, inter-war and post-war semis and a large number of bungalows, which often suit dormer and upward extensions.
What does a dormer loft conversion involve?
A dormer loft conversion builds a box-shaped extension out from the rear slope of the roof, creating vertical walls and full head height across most of the new floor. It is the most popular type of loft conversion because it gives the most usable space for the cost.
- Building warrant application and completion certificate
- Dormer frame, roof covering and cladding
- Staircase, insulation and plasterboard
What will a dormer loft conversion cost?
Use these ranges to budget for dormer loft conversions; the survey turns them into a fixed price for the agreed specification.
| Dormer loft conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Rear dormer, bedroom only | £50,000 to £65,000 |
| Full-width dormer with en-suite | £60,000 to £80,000 |
| L-shaped dormer (over rear outrigger) | £65,000 to £90,000 |
Do you need permission for a dormer loft conversion in Fraserburgh?
Projects in Scotland need a building warrant from the council before any building work starts, and a completion certificate once it is finished. Planning permission is a separate decision. The Party Wall etc. Act does not apply in Scotland; shared walls are governed by title deeds and the law of the tenement where relevant.
In Scotland, dormers and other roof enlargements usually need planning permission, especially on the front of the house.
What can change the price or programme?
- A flat dormer roof needs proper falls and a quality membrane.
- L-shaped dormers are common on Victorian terraces with a rear outrigger.
From first call to completion
- Send us the details. Give us a postcode, a rough idea of size and some photos, by phone, form or the guide price tool.
- We visit and measure. A surveyor checks the house, the boundaries and the ground, and discusses what is realistic.
- Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
- We build it. Work follows an agreed programme, with inspections at each stage and a final sign-off.
Your questions answered
What cladding can a dormer have?
Tile-hanging to match the roof, render, slate, timber or zinc, depending on the house and any planning conditions.
Can a dormer include a bathroom?
Yes. The full head height in a dormer makes it the best place for a shower room or en-suite.
Do you work in Fraserburgh?
Yes. Fraserburgh is within our coverage for dormer loft conversions, along with nearby Peterhead and Inverurie.
Dormer loft conversions near Fraserburgh
- Dormer loft conversions in Peterhead
- Dormer loft conversions in Inverurie
- Dormer loft conversions in Buckie
- Dormer loft conversions in Aberdeen
Learn more about dormer loft conversions, or see every project we cover in Fraserburgh.