Barn Conversions & Loft Conversions in Dorking, Reigate, Bookham & All Other Surrey Locales | KRB Building Services Ltd
Why waste the potential of an attic space currently used as unnecessary extra storage? Loft conversions can transform creaky, cobweb-filled afterthoughts into vital elements of a Dorking, Reigate or Bookham home. They can add value, and improve your day-to-day use of the property, preventing the need for a move and all the stress and expense that this can involve. Our loft conversions can be used as extra bedrooms, master bathrooms, hobby and entertainment rooms, offices – whatever you feel would best benefit and enhance your home.
Below, we’ve run over some of the most common styles of loft conversions we’ve completed in and around Dorking, Reigate and Bookham. For more information, or to discuss your ideas in the view of receiving a free, no obligation quote, give the KRB Building Services Ltd team a call on 01737 841 503.
Styles of Loft Conversion
Dormer Loft Conversions – These are very popular around our core service areas of Bookham, Dorking and Reigate, and involve extending your roof through the addition of a box shaped structure; this creates new walls that sit at a 90 degree angle. Our builders use this technique to create extra space and headroom, making it ideal for bedrooms or home offices.
Velux Loft Conversions – The most straightforward form of loft conversions, our builders simply add skylight windows to your existing roof. These are the most cost-effective technique, and lets in tons of natural light to give your loft a bright and airy vibe. One catch is that they rely on the space being already ready to adapt, which might not be the case in many Bookham, Dorking and Reigate properties.
Mansard Loft Conversions – Fancy and stylish, the Mansard style involves altering the structure of your roof to create a flat roof with sloping sides. It maximises usable space – perfect for creating an extra floor with generous headroom.
Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions – If you've got a hipped roof, these loft conversions can transform the sloping side into a vertical wall (the gable). It increases space and allows for more headroom, giving you an expanded living area.
Barn Conversions
Barn conversions involve our builders transforming traditional agricultural structures around Bookham, Dorking and Reigate, such as barns or farm outbuildings, into residential or commercial properties. We’ll look to retain the original exterior character of the building while modifying the interior to accommodate modern living or business requirements, ensuring they’ll be comfortable and fit for their end purpose.
Barns are often converted into unique homes, offering spacious and open-plan living areas with rustic charm. The architectural features, such as exposed beams and high ceilings, are preserved, enhancing the property's aesthetic appeal. Thus barn conversions are particularly popular among homeowners seeking a blend of traditional and contemporary living spaces. They can also be used as offices, studios, workshops, or even retail establishments, capitalising on the unique ambiance and historic charm of the existing property.