FAQ's

Your Loft Conversion queries answered!



How do we obtain a quote for a loft conversion?

We do not use ‘salesmen’. We are a family company - owned in partnership by Frank and Martin Bromfield. Martin himself is highly skilled in all areas of loft conversions. Just call our office on 01443 670216 during office hours or email us on our website email …info@loftconversions.co.uk and Martin will arrange with you, a convenient time to call. He will visit your home and provide a free, no obligation quotation, answering of course, any questions you may have.

Can my loft be converted?

We can convert almost any property with a loft conversion eg. Timber framed homes or trussed roof homes. Using modern techniques that are available to us today, we are able to convert trussed rafter roof homes or a timber framed. All work is supervised and overseen by one of the leaders of the company.

What will the free quotation visit consist of?

After arranging a convenient time to visit, one of the partners - who are time served professionals themselves - will visit to answer any questions you may have regarding your loft conversion. The loft space will need to be measured for breadth, width and height etc and advice on what options are available to you with regards to the positioning of the staircase etc, will be given.

What areas do Alliance Lofts cover?

We cover the whole of South Wales and Mid Wales. From St Davids in the West….up to Brecon and beyond…and down to the borders of the severn river.

How long will the conversion take?

A loft conversion typically takes between 6 to 8 weeks, largely depending of course on the size and requirements of the conversion, eg. En-suite fitments, sauna, office, speciality bedroom requirements as fitted wardrobes etc, and facility to accommodate sport equipment etc.

A clearer estimation of timeline can be given when our representative calls to note your requirements.

Will we need planning permission/ building regulations?

All loft conversions, as any major alterations to a home, need building regulations from the local authorities. With regards to planning permission……. If your property has permitted development right, then planning permission is not required. In most cases without development rights, planning permission is required. Our representative will be able to give you a more detailed answer to this question when he sees the property. Our experience is that most conversions do not require more than building regulations, which is simply a case of letting the local authority have copies of the intended conversion.

Can I view an Alliance Lofts completed loft conversion?

Yes, we are more than happy to arrange a visit to a loft previously completed by us. The time and location of a visit will of course depend on our previous customers location and availability.

How much will a loft conversion cost?

There are numerous factors that determine the cost of any loft conversion. These factors include the size, style and various features included. Our quotations are carefully calculated, covering stages from start to completion.

Will an Alliance Lofts conversion add value to my property?

Despite fluctuating market value related factors, the addition of a loft conversion will typically significantly increase the value of your home.

Will I receive a guarantee?

Yes, all Alliance Loft Conversions, upon completion, are guaranteed for five years.

Can I use my own plans?

Yes of course. Alliance Lofts can undertake work from existing plans, if required.

Is the undertaken work insured?

Yes, Alliance Lofts is fully insured for all work undertaken on your loft conversion.

Will Alliance Lofts correspond with the local authorities on our behalf?

Alliance Lofts will correspond with the local authorities on behalf of the customer, including obtaining all necessary planning permission and building regulations.

Do Alliance Lofts build staircases?

Yes, we provide and install bespoke staircases and banisters including all necessary additions.

Will we obtain after sales service?

Yes, our company is a family run company and our aim is to provide a close working relationship with our customers, including any after sales help or work that is required.

Does Alliance Lofts do part conversions?

Yes, depending on the customers requirements and the condition of the previously done work on the loft, Alliance Lofts do complete conversions for customers that are unable to complete their own. We also do conversions to a certain level of completion if the customers wants only a part job done. We have in the past worked on lofts to the first stage, ie, laying the necessary supports and flooring……… for the customers to complete themselves.