Roof Light/Velux Conversions in Brighton, East Sussex

Most lofts in Brighton are convertible but the only way to know for sure is to call Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions for a free site survey. The most important thing to check for is the height of the roof. When measured from floor to ceiling, it should be at least 2.3 metres high.

A loft conversion is an investment in itself. It creates additional room for a growing family. It can be used as storage, an extra bathroom, home office, kids’ playroom or bedroom. Building a loft with an en-suite bathroom could potentially increase the value of your Brighton home by up to 21%.

We assign a dedicated project manager for each loft conversion project in Brighton. Your project manager schedules a weekly meeting to bring you up to speed on the progress of work and answer any questions you might have.

Choose a builder or loft conversion specialist who understands Velux windows, its’ core design elements and best use. Ask for recommendations from friends who’ve had Velux windows installed in their home. Ensure the builder of your choice is licensed and has all the required credentials.

Go online. The company’s website must inspire trust. Check their office address and call their phone number for more details. Ask to see a portfolio of Velux loft conversions.

Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions is happy to give you the phone numbers of Brighton residents we’ve worked for. We can also provide our licenses, proof of guarantee and a portfolio of loft conversion projects we’ve carried out in Brighton.

Installing a roof window is not a DIY job. It requires experience and a specific skill set that should be contracted out if you don’t have the skills. Undertaking this task on your own might cost you more money than you originally planned to spend.

When choosing a loft conversion service in Brighton, it is important to choose a professional service such as Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions who understand rooflights and Velux windows. We can also help you make the right choice on the best type of rooflight window that suits your budget, location and style.

The Velux Cabrio balcony transforms your rooflight window into a balcony with the touch of a button. It adds light, air and a great view. You can have a balcony to watch the view of the city or a roof window to enjoy natural sunlight from the comfort of your Brighton loft. It is suitable for roof pitches between 35 and 53 degrees.

You can call us directly on 01273 257450, send us an email or complete the online enquiry form and we’ll arrange a date that fits into your schedule for the free site survey.

Designated areas include areas of outstanding beauty, national park, conservation area or World Heritage Sites.  You must apply for planning permission before a loft conversion in a conservation area. Considerations for permission include the height of the roofline, the impact on parking, the loss of light, privacy, noise and effect on nature conservation.

If you construct a loft conversion without a planning permission, your loft conversion is illegal and attracts a hefty fine of up to £10,000.

Your water tank provides hot water that the occupants of your home rely on. If it’s located in the loft, you have several options.

The first option is to move the water tank to a corner. It frees up space and allows you to maximise your loft. A box in the tank hides the tank without affecting the aesthetics of your new loft conversion.

An unvented hot water cylinder is a great alternative to your old water tank. It eliminates the need for a cold water tank in the loft, so you save space. They can be located anywhere, including the basement.

The best option is to remove the old tank completely and replace it with a combi boiler. It takes up minimal room and is the ideal, long-term solution for maximising space in your loft whilst improving the pressure of hot water throughout the home.

The alteration, addition or removal of a rooflight can impact how the roof works. When making any improvements to the roof, it is crucial that you work with a specialist to ensure the roof performs as it should even after the conversion.

Building regulation is always required for a loft conversion. By UK laws, any structural modification to a building must comply with building controls that stipulate the standards for safety and design.

Roof windows increase natural lighting by 30% more than a standard window. If you require daytime shade, a suitable blind is essential. Most manufacturers offer blinds designed for their specific windows.

You are assured that Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions stock both windows and blinds for your preferred rooflight window manufacturer. For example, Keylite’s window blinds reduce heat loss by 20% and some even improve thermal efficiency in your loft conversion.

There are many options to consider when planning how to pay for your Velux loft conversion. Re-mortgaging is popular with our Brighton clients. They take out a second mortgage on their home to fund their loft conversion.

The second option is the cash buyer programme where you pay for your loft conversion in stages from the date you signed the contract to the date when you receive the certificate of completion.

The third option is to leverage your savings if you have enough in the bank. If you don’t, you can put the rest on your credit card or look into a credit card cashback deal.

The final option is the “buy now pay later deal”. You pay 50% at the start of construction and the balance is paid over a period of 12 months. Alternatively, you could use the deferred and preferred method where the final 50% is spread over 60 months or 120 months.

Velux is a type of rooflight window and the leading manufacturer in the UK. They have a reputation for quality that is unmatched by other manufacturers. Velux offers a range of window designs for Brighton homeowners who want a loft conversion that sheds light into the darkest corners of their loft, increases ventilation, makes their loft energy efficient and maximises available space.

Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions uses high-quality Velux products that are inexpensive and durable. The faultless design, solid construction and quality materials gives a classic look to your loft.

There are several things that affect the price of a Velux window. A few things include

• The roof window size,
• Centre pivot or top hung,
• Manual, solar or electric,
• Type of internal finish (white polyurethane, white painted or pine finish),
• Type of glazing (extra noise redundant, extra low energy, comfort and safety)
• Window flashing. Options range from EDW tile flashing to EDN recessed slate flashing

The most cost effective Velux loft conversion starts at £28,000 + VAT. The factors we mentioned above will influence the cost by as much as £1,000 or more.

Velux loft conversion is a minimally invasive procedure. This means that you can go about your day without any issues. The process takes four to six weeks to complete.

Yes. Every loft conversion requires a staircase. The position of the staircase is one of the most crucial decisions. Our RIBA certified architects will advise you on the best position for your staircase, the design that best complements your loft and the general aesthetics of your Brighton home.

The ideal loft staircase maximises space in your home. A smart option is to install the loft staircase over the existing staircase. It creates a symmetrical design where one staircase leads to the other whilst saving space for your loft without affecting headroom. Clifton Hill & Montpelier Loft Conversions will design and build an amazing staircase for you.

We do not advise DIY Velux loft conversion. The design process is especially tricky. You have to ensure that the building is strong enough to support the loft conversion and the design maximises space in the loft whilst sticking to Brighton building regulations. A poor design could endanger the lives of your family and those around you.

If you build a loft without getting the right permit, your loft is illegal and it loses any assumed increase in value. This makes it very difficult to sell your home when you want to move.

A party wall is a shared wall between neighbouring houses, usually in a semi-detached or terraced house. It is the wall that divides both houses. A party wall agreement is needed for any building work that involves insertion of damp proof courses, loft conversions and digging new foundations.

You need a written party wall agreement signed by adjoining owners. A surveyor is appointed to prepare a Party Wall Award that states how work will progress. The adjoining homeowners have to be given two months written notice.

We can use your own plans if that is what it takes to bring your dreams to life.