Loft conversions in Cambridge

Loft Conversions in Cambridge

Need more space without leaving the home you love? We design and build loft conversions and loft extensions for homes in Cambridge, with our own in-house architect and structural engineer and one team managing everything from the first drawings to the final paperwork.

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Loft Conversion Specialists for Cambridge Homes

With over 15 years of experience in loft construction, we know how to make the most of the space under your roof. We build rear dormer, hip-to-gable, rooflight, L-shaped and mansard loft conversions, and many of our projects include a new ensuite and bespoke wardrobes built on site.

Every conversion starts with a visit to your home, so we can look at the roof, the headroom and where the new staircase will go, and talk about how you want to use the room.

Loft Extensions in Cambridge

Where the existing roof doesn’t give you enough space, a loft extension changes its shape to add headroom and floor area. A dormer, hip-to-gable or mansard extension can create room for a main bedroom suite, a home office or a bedroom for a growing family.

Call us on 020 8088 0329 or fill in our online form for a free, no-obligation quote.

Why choose Unique Lofts?

A dedicated building team for the entire project
A project manager, making communication easy
An in-house architect and structural engineer for your plans
Applications made to the council on your behalf
Local referrals for peace of mind

Homes in Cambridge

Loft Conversions for Cambridge Terraces & Family Homes

Cambridge has a large number of Victorian terraces, in areas such as Romsey, Petersfield and around Mill Road. These typically suit a rear dormer, or an L-shaped conversion over a rear outrigger, designed with care to suit the street.

Across the rest of the city, interwar and post-war semi-detached and detached houses often have hipped roofs that suit a hip-to-gable conversion with a rear dormer, creating space for a large bedroom and an ensuite.

Planning & building regulations

Planning a Loft Conversion in Cambridge

Planning in Cambridge is handled by Cambridge City Council through Greater Cambridge Shared Planning, the service it runs jointly with South Cambridgeshire District Council. The city has many conservation areas, including Mill Road and Castle and Victoria Road, and in a conservation area dormers and roof extensions are not covered by permitted development, so planning permission is needed. The council looks closely at the design of roof extensions on terraced streets.

Outside conservation areas, many loft conversions are permitted development. We check the position for your home at the start, prepare the drawings and make any application on your behalf, then manage building regulations through to completion.

We handle the paperwork

Checking whether you need planning permission
Drawings by our in-house architect
Structural calculations by our in-house engineer
Any application to Cambridge City Council
Building regulations managed throughout
Completion paperwork sent to you at the end

Loft conversion types

The Loft Conversions We Build in Cambridge

We build every type of loft conversion, designed around your roof and how you want to use the space. Tap a type to see more detail and examples of our work.

Rear dormer

Extra headroom across the back of the loft.

Hip-to-gable

Turns a hipped roof into a full gable.

Rooflight (Velux)

Keeps your roof shape and adds light.

L-shaped

Two dormers joined over a rear extension.

Mansard

Adds almost a whole floor.

Reviews

What our customers say

Homeowners across North London and Hertfordshire rate us on Google and Checkatrade.

      EXCELLENT  
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   Bill MacKinnon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had our loft conversion completed by Unique lofts Ltd. We couldn’t be happier with the experience we had from start to finish.
From day one, Ben and his team set the tone; punctual, professional, and genuinely respectful to our home. The site was kept clean and tidy throughout, which made a huge difference to daily life, during the conversion. They were organised, communicated well, and delivered the project on time in just six weeks.
The quality of work was always of a high standard. The care and professionalism of the team really stood out during and after the conversion. We could see that they took real pride in their work.
We would highly recommend Unique lofts and the team to anyone considering a loft conversion.
Mr & Mrs W. C. Mackinnon
  
 
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   Jeremy Ornstin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Engaged Mark and his team on our loft conversion. Mark handled all the paper processes and Ben (together with Martin)  was the onsite manager organising all the deliveries and timings of other contractors. They were a pleasure to have working on site. Tidying each evening and very careful as were the tradesmen on the team. All in all a credit to the industry.
  
 
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   James Taine 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Mark and Unique Lofts for an L-shaped dormer. The team were facilitative of a two-stage planning process to maximise the amount of space we could add. The team were great on-site, and build quality was high. They suggested alternative approaches to e.g. skylights and windows to save money. We'd use UL again for future extensions.
  
 
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   Emma Mercer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Loft conversion of a Victorian terrace in Bedford. 10/10 for service, professionalism, speed and quality.
  
 
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   Michael Thomas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had a loft conversion with Unique Lofts and I would highly recommend. Very professional and courteous team, communication was great, on time and work completed on schedule even with additional work being carried out. We’re very happy with the end result, rooms more spacious than we expected (head height in particular) and all completed to a very high standard. The project did come in above our budget, but this is due to additional work we requested and some unforeseen work, all of which was explained fully by the team and options were provided before agreeing on the best way forward. Overall we’re very satisfied and I would highly recommend.
  
 
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   Paul Williams 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a very positive experience with Mark and the Unique Lofts team for our loft conversion. I would highly recommend them.

Michael and Brad (our team) were friendly, dedicated and hardworking. Our neighbours, who had the skip chute cross their garden, also shared how considerate and friendly they were.

Michael kept me in the loop, followed up on my enquiries and gave some really helpful advice in moving airing cupboards and opening up the loft space for more natural light.

All in all, highly recommended.
  
 
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   Pui-Yee Hyde 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would highly recommend Unique Lofts and was lucky to find them after another firm let us down. Our team were Ben, Martin and Connor who have been considerate, incredibly skilled and hard working. Even our neighbours commented on what nice guys they were. Ben was our main contact and kept me updated, followed up on my enquiries and turned up when they said they would. Every trades person Unique used turned up on time, cleaned up after themselves, were professional and very good at their jobs. Unique invoiced exactly as quoted and were a pleasure to work with. Thank you Unique Lofts!
  
 
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   Sarah Worton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ben and his team were really helpful and communicative through the whole project. They finished in the time quoted and kept us informed with updates daily and we could always get hold of them on WhatsApp too. They were courteous, respectful and did a great job. Mark was always available too and happy to answer our question. The work was completed on time, to a high standard and within the quote given to us. We are really pleased with our new loft and would highly recommend Unique Lofts.

Planning a loft conversion in Cambridge?

Call us, send a message on WhatsApp or ask for a free quote. We will get back to you to talk through your ideas.

Where we work

Loft Conversions Across Cambridge

Cambridge is a little further afield than our other areas, but you get the same team and the same project management from the first visit to handover. We work across the city, including:

Romsey
Mill Road
Petersfield
Chesterton
Cherry Hinton
Trumpington
Newnham
Arbury

Other areas we cover

Questions

Loft conversions in Cambridge: FAQs

Can’t see your question here? Call us on 020 8088 0329 or send us a message on WhatsApp.

Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion in Cambridge?

In Cambridge’s conservation areas, such as Mill Road, dormers and roof extensions need planning permission. Elsewhere, many loft conversions are permitted development. We check this for your home and handle any application through Greater Cambridge Shared Planning.

What loft conversion suits a Victorian terrace in Cambridge?

Usually a rear dormer, or an L-shaped conversion where there is a rear outrigger. The design needs to suit the street, especially in a conservation area.

Is Cambridge within your area?

Yes. Cambridge is further from our base than our other areas, but the same team manages your project from start to finish.

Do you offer free quotes in Cambridge?

Yes. Call us on 020 8088 0329, send a message on WhatsApp or fill in the form below and we will arrange a free, no-obligation quote.

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