Covering Edinburgh
We cover homes across Edinburgh, planned from survey to sign-off.
Homes in Edinburgh
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 is included in a mansard loft conversion in Edinburgh?
Mansards are a bigger structural job than other conversions because the roof is largely rebuilt. They normally need planning permission, and many councils have design guides setting the angle, materials and window style. We prepare the design to those guides and build in slate, lead and timber or approved alternatives.
- Building warrant application and completion certificate
- Roof removal and new mansard frame
- Slate cladding and lead-clad dormers
What will a mansard loft conversion cost?
Typical ranges for mansard loft conversions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Mansard loft conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Rear mansard | £65,000 to £85,000 |
| Front and rear (double) mansard | £80,000 to £110,000 |
Do you need permission for a mansard loft conversion in Edinburgh?
In Scotland the key step is the building warrant, which must be granted before work begins. Planning permission is decided separately by the council, and work on shared walls is handled under your title deeds rather than a party wall act.
This needs planning permission and a building warrant from your council in Scotland before work starts. We prepare both applications.
What can affect a mansard loft conversion?
- The roof is open for longer than with a dormer, so weather protection matters.
- Council design guides often require natural slate and lead.
What happens after I enquire?
- Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
- Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
- 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.
What people ask before starting
How much does a mansard loft conversion cost?
Typically £65,000 to £110,000 including VAT, depending on whether one or both roof slopes are rebuilt.
Why choose a mansard over a dormer?
A mansard gives more usable space and often fits a street better where neighbours already have one.
How do I get a price for mansard loft conversions in Edinburgh?
Use the guide price tool for a ballpark figure, then book a visit for a fixed written price for the agreed specification.
Learn more about mansard loft conversions, or see every project we cover in Edinburgh.