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Loft conversion specialists in Bristol.

Add space, light and value to your home with a beautifully built loft conversion, designed and managed by a team you can trust.

Bristol loft conversions

More space. More light. More home.

At Albion Roofing, we specialise in loft conversions across Bristol and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for an extra bedroom, a home office, or a more generous family living space, we’ll help you make the most of every inch of your existing roof space.

From the initial consultation through to the final finish, we manage the whole project, keeping you informed at every stage. Our team takes care of the structural work, insulation, windows and finishing, so you have a single, trusted point of contact throughout.

All our workmanship carries the Confederation of Roofing Contractors 10-year Insurance-Backed Guarantee.

Scaffolding is sorted in-house. We bring it, erect it, work on it, and take it down.

Internal structure of loft conversion, Albion Roofing, Bristol.
Common conversions

Loft conversion types in Bristol.

Bristol is full of beautiful Victorian and Edwardian terrace houses, many of which lend themselves perfectly to a well-designed loft conversion.

01

Bedroom Conversions

Add a much-needed bedroom, with the option of an en-suite if there's space. A favourite for growing families.

02

Home Offices & Studios

A dedicated, light-filled space for working or creating, separate from the rest of the home.

03

Dormer Conversions

A dormer extension adds substantial headroom and floor space, a great option for terraced homes.

Who can fit a loft conversion?

Loft conversions are a fantastic way to:

  • Add value to your property
  • Avoid the cost and hassle of moving home
  • Create more useful living space
  • Add character and natural light
How we work

Our Bristol loft conversion process

Albion Roofing offers a complete loft conversion service in Bristol, from your initial enquiry to project completion.

1

Consultation

We'll meet to discuss your vision, plans and the practicalities.

2

Planning

Plans, drawings and approvals as needed, we'll guide you through.

3

Construction

A professional, efficient build by our experienced in-house team.

4

Finishing touches

Detailing, fittings and final inspection, ready to enjoy.

Loft FAQ

Bristol loft conversion questions, answered.

Common questions we hear from Bristol homeowners considering a loft conversion.

Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion in Bristol?
Most Bristol loft conversions are covered by Permitted Development rights, meaning no full planning application is needed, but Building Regulations approval is always required. If you live in a conservation area (Clifton, Cotham, Redland and others) or in a listed building, planning permission usually is needed. We'll guide you through which applies to your property at the consultation.
How much does a Bristol loft conversion cost?
Cost depends on the type of conversion (Velux/rooflight, dormer, hip-to-gable or mansard), the size of your existing loft, finish quality, and how complex access is for scaffolding. As a rough guide, Bristol loft conversions typically range from around £35,000 for a simple Velux conversion up to £75,000+ for a large dormer with en-suite. We provide a clear, itemised, no-obligation estimate so you know exactly what's included.
How long does a loft conversion take?
A typical Bristol loft conversion takes 6-10 weeks on site from scaffolding going up to final inspection. Larger dormer conversions or those with en-suites take longer. We'll give you a clear timeline at the start and keep you updated throughout.
Will my Victorian or Edwardian terrace work for a loft conversion?
Yes, almost always. Bristol's Victorian and Edwardian terraces are well suited to loft conversions, most need a rear dormer to gain useful headroom and floor space. We've done many across BS5, BS6, BS7 and BS8.
Do I need to move out during the work?
No. The vast majority of work is external (scaffolding, opening up the roof, weatherproofing the new structure) before the internal connection is made. We work cleanly and minimise disruption, most of our customers stay in their home throughout.
What's included in your free estimate?
A site visit at a time that works for you, a discussion of what you want from the space, an honest assessment of what's practical for your property, and a written, itemised estimate. No pressure, no obligation.

Google reviews

Loft conversion reviews.

Recent Google reviews from loft conversion customers.

★★★★★

These guys replaced our roof that was leaking & falling in on itself in a Victorian terrace in central Bristol. Not an easy job as our house is very skewed (no 90 degree angles whatsoever) but they did a brilliant job. We ended up going with a full dormer, they took down our chimney breast so we had more room & built/sealed the flat roof section with a 25 year guarantee. They gave us some advice on what to do with the front bay as that was shot too.Ollie was incredibly helpful & always pleasant/in a good mood on the job. Really enjoyed having a cup of tea with him & the guys he worked with over the duration of the loft conversion.Sent him over to all the neighbours who had roofing jobs to be done, & no one had a bad word to say. Can't recommend enough, 10/10 service.

Hadie L.
★★★★★

Ollie and the team did a fantastic job working on our loft conversion. Victorian terrace changed from two bed to three bed with en-suite bathroom, 2x velux windows and dormer out back. Top notch craftsmanship, extremely reliable working and super friendly guys which makes a massive difference. Would highly recommend

William P.
★★★★★

Ollie and the team did a great job replacing my flat roof and sorting out structural issues on a pitched section above my kitchen. He communicated everything clearly and did it to a really high quality. Very pleased.

Tom B.
★★★★★

Ollie and his team replaced the main roof on our terraced house and we couldn't be more happy with it. Ollie was an absolute pleasure to deal with throughout, from the initiall visit to give us a price through to the completed roof. His team were punctual and polite, they worked their socks off and left us with a tidy house and garden at the end of each day. We were slightly apprehensive about have such a big job as a roof replacement done but Ollie and his team completely put us at ease and left us with a stunning roof. The house feels completely transformed.Thank you Albion Roofing

Mark F.
★★★★★

Ollie and his team did a first class job in replacing a dilapidate garage roof plus guttering. They were hardworking, polite, friendly and tidy and took pride in their work they were a joy to work with. Also replaced facial boards on house and sorted guttering out. Excellent workmanship couldn’t be happier. Highly recommend Ollie and his superb team.

sharon m.
★★★★★

I couldn’t recommend Ollie and his team more highly. They were all really hard working, tidy and friendly and did a fantastic job. I’m very happy with our new roof, thank you guys!

freya g.
★★★★★

Ollie is a great guy, really genuine and cares about his work and his team are great too. We had an annex roof fully replaced and the new roof looks great and is no longer leaking! High quality materials used and great finish.

James O.
★★★★★

Great guys. Olly and team covered our coping stones with fibreglass and re-leaded mine and my neigbours roofs 3 years ago. Finally the plasterers came to fix the water damage and commented that it was dry as a bone. They also recently insulated and re-felted my roof, and fitted a new Velux on a previous occasion, too. Lovely roofers, very efficient. Recommended.

Joe
★★★★★

Such a fantastic and reliable company. Ollie is incredibly helpful and he went above and beyond to help me with my complicated roof. I cannot recommend this company and Ollie enough - they are trustworthy and brilliant communicators. Don’t hesitate to contact them…they give a roofing a good name!

Poppy S.

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