Covering Ammanford
We work in Ammanford (SA18) and the places around it, including Pontarddulais, Ystalyfera and Llanelli.
Homes in Dyfed
Across Wales you find valley terraces, coastal towns, rural stone houses and newer estates, so access, slopes and local materials all feature in the design.
What is a hip-to-gable loft conversion?
A hip-to-gable loft conversion rebuilds the sloping side (the hip) of a semi-detached or detached house roof as a vertical gable wall, extending the ridge and creating enough space for a staircase and rooms. It is usually combined with a rear dormer.
- Planning and building regulations checks under Welsh rules
- Gable wall build in brick, block or render
- Extended ridge and roof structure
How much should I budget for a hip-to-gable loft conversion?
Use these ranges to budget for hip-to-gable loft conversions; the survey turns them into a fixed price for the agreed specification.
| Hip-to-gable loft conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Hip-to-gable with rear dormer | £60,000 to £80,000 |
| Double hip-to-gable (detached house) | £70,000 to £95,000 |
Planning and building rules in Ammanford
Welsh projects need planning clearance from the council under Welsh rules, building regulations approval under the Welsh approved documents, and party wall notices where the work affects a neighbour’s wall or foundations.
Wales has its own loft and roof permitted development rules.
What can affect a hip-to-gable loft conversion?
- Matching old clay tiles can be difficult; reclaimed tiles are often used.
- Scaffolding goes up on the side of the house, which may need a neighbour’s agreement.
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.
- Design and fixed price. You get drawings and a written price for the agreed specification before anything is ordered.
- Construction and completion. One site lead co-ordinates every trade through to the building control certificate.
What people ask before starting
How much does a hip-to-gable loft conversion cost?
Usually £60,000 to £80,000 including VAT with a rear dormer, more on a detached house with two hips.
Can a bungalow have a hip-to-gable conversion?
Yes, often combined with dormers to create a chalet-style first floor.
Do you work in Ammanford?
Yes. Ammanford is within our coverage for hip-to-gable loft conversions, along with nearby Pontarddulais and Ystalyfera.
Hip-to-gable loft conversions near Ammanford
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Pontarddulais
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Ystalyfera
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Llanelli
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Neath
Learn more about hip-to-gable loft conversions, or see every project we cover in Ammanford.