A loft conversion is one of the more technically involved home improvements a property can undergo — requiring careful structural assessment, precise coordination between trades, and meticulous attention to detail throughout. At Woodworx, every conversion begins with a fully defined programme of works. Each phase is planned, sequenced, and scheduled before anything begins, so you always know what’s happening, what’s coming next, and who is responsible. Nothing is left to chance.
Loft conversions can feel financially unpredictable — particularly when structural findings or specification changes arise mid-project. Our approach removes that uncertainty from the outset. We define the full scope of your conversion in writing, provide an itemised quote against that scope, and track costs transparently throughout the build. If a change is required, it is presented to you clearly before anything proceeds. You remain in control of your investment at every stage.
The upper floors of your home will be an active work area during a loft conversion — but that doesn’t mean the rest of your household needs to grind to a halt. We schedule our work with your family routine in mind, maintain clean and organised access routes throughout the build, and communicate proactively so you always know what to expect each day. Most of our clients are surprised by how manageable the experience is. That’s by design.
A Loft Conversion Demands More Than a Good Builder.
On paper, most building firms offer loft conversions. In practice, the difference between a well-managed project and a difficult one usually comes down to how the build is run — not how skilled the individual tradespeople are.
A loft conversion is a complex, multi-trade project. It requires careful sequencing, clear communication between structural engineers, carpenters, electricians, and finishing trades, and consistent oversight from someone who is accountable for the whole. When that coordination breaks down, the consequences are felt directly by the homeowner — delays, unexpected costs, half-finished phases, and the exhausting experience of having to manage your own build.
Woodworx was built to make that experience a thing of the past. Our structured approach means every trade is scheduled, every stage is defined, and every cost is tracked. Your project lead doesn’t just manage logistics — they manage the experience of living through a build in a home with a family.
We work with homeowners across Hampshire and Surrey who are investing in their forever home. They are not looking for the cheapest route to an extra bedroom. They are looking for a firm they can trust to deliver something significant, in a way that doesn’t cost them their sanity in the process.
If that sounds like what you need, we’d be glad to have a conversation about your project.
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We deliver a range of loft conversion types including dormer conversions, hip-to-gable conversions, and full mansard conversions. The right approach for your property depends on your roof structure, available head height, planning constraints, and what you’re hoping to achieve with the space. We discuss all of this with you during your initial consultation and advise on the most appropriate solution for your home.
Many loft conversions fall within permitted development rights, which means planning permission may not be required. However, this depends on the size and type of conversion, your property type, and whether your home is in a conservation area or subject to any existing planning conditions. We review this with you as part of the initial consultation and manage any necessary planning submissions on your behalf.
We provide a fully itemised quote based on a clearly defined scope of works agreed during your consultation. That means you understand exactly what’s included — from structural works and insulation through to staircase installation and final finishes — before you commit to anything. We don’t use vague estimates or indicative pricing. You’ll have full financial clarity before work begins.
Budget control begins with a well-defined scope. Once that’s agreed, we track costs throughout the project and handle any required changes through a formal variation process. You receive a written summary of any proposed change and its cost implication before anything proceeds. Nothing is added to your project — or your bill — without your explicit approval.
Most loft conversions take between eight and fourteen weeks, depending on complexity, size, and specification. Every project begins with a defined build programme setting out the phases and expected durations specific to your conversion. That schedule is shared with you at the outset and updated as the project progresses, so you always have an accurate picture of where things stand.
In most cases, no. The majority of loft conversion work is contained to the upper areas of the property, and we take care to maintain clean and usable access routes throughout. We plan our working schedule with your household routine in mind, and your project lead will flag in advance any phases that require additional consideration — such as staircase works or roof opening days.
We schedule working hours and site activity around your household as much as practically possible. Our team maintains protected access routes, follows strict cleanliness protocols, and communicates proactively about daily plans. Your project lead is the consistent point of contact for anything that affects your daily routine — you won’t be fielding questions from individual trades.
Yes. You’ll have a named project lead from the moment you commission us. They know your project in detail, are directly reachable throughout the build, and are responsible for keeping you informed at every stage. You won’t be passed between departments or left to chase for updates.
We do. Building regulations approval is a mandatory requirement for all loft conversions, and we coordinate the submissions, inspections, and sign-off as part of our standard process. You won’t need to manage relationships with inspectors or chase approval stages — that’s handled by your project lead as part of the build programme.
Occasionally, structural assessments or early-stage works reveal findings that require a change in approach. When this happens, we present the situation to you clearly — explaining what has been found, what is required, and the cost and programme implications — before any additional work proceeds. You are never presented with unexpected costs after the fact. Our variation process exists precisely to manage this kind of situation transparently.
