Business Details
Professional Loft Conversions in Kent
Established over four decades ago, Lowther's Lofts is a family-run business specialising in loft conversions across Kent. With a proud membership of Checkatrade, we deliver comprehensive services from initial design to final completion, ensuring minimal disruption to homeowners throughout the process. Our team prioritises quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, offering tailored solutions that maximise living space while maintaining structural integrity. We provide free surveys, feasibility studies, and quotations, supported by specialist architectural expertise. Our systematic approach guarantees watertight security at all stages, with insulation, plasterboarding, and finishing touches executed to the highest standards.All work is fully guaranteed and insured, reflecting our commitment to transparency and trust. With extensive experience in rear dormers, velux installations, and hip-to-gable conversions, we combine technical proficiency with courteous service, as evidenced by numerous client testimonials praising our reliability and communication. Our family ethos ensures every project receives personal attention, whether transforming lofts into functional living areas or creating bespoke studio spaces for unique requirements.
Services
Loft Conversions
Rear Dormer
Velux Installations
Hip to Gable
L-Shaped Dormer
Pitched Dormer
Side Dormer
Roof Extensions
Home Insulation
Interior Finishing
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of specialist loft conversion experience
- Our family-run business guarantees personal project oversight
- Free feasibility studies and quotations with architectural support
- All work is fully guaranteed and insurance-backed
- Minimal disruption through external scaffolding construction methods
Associations and certifications
- Checkatrade
What people say
Professional job
Trustworthy team
Excellent finish
Reliable communication
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Loft Conversions
Transform your unused loft space into functional living areas with our comprehensive conversion service. We handle all aspects from structural modifications to final finishes, ensuring compliance with building regulations while maximising space efficiency. Our team delivers tailored solutions that increase property value by up to 30% through expert design and execution.
Rear Dormer
Create additional headroom and floor space with our rear dormer conversions. We remove the back roof slope and construct vertical extensions, incorporating flat roofs with drainage systems while maintaining level internal ceilings for optimal usability and aesthetic integration.
Velux Installations
Enhance natural light with certified Velux window installations. We integrate these UK-leading manufacturer windows into pitched roofs during conversions, providing energy-efficient solutions that maintain roofline integrity while offering 10-year product guarantees as standard.
Hip to Gable
Convert sloped hip roofs to gable ends for increased space potential. This service suits detached and semi-detached properties, involving structural ridge extensions and vertical wall construction while complying with conservation area restrictions where applicable.
Interior Finishing
Complete your conversion with professional interior finishing services. We install purpose-made staircases, electrical systems, plumbing, and decorative elements including skirting boards, architraves, and tiling to create move-in ready living spaces with seamless integration to existing properties.
People
Glen Lowther
Director
With over 40 years in the industry, Glen leads our family business with expertise in complex conversions. He oversees project design and execution, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction through personal involvement in every project.
Richie Lowther
Project Manager
Managing day-to-day operations, Richie coordinates teams and ensures timely delivery. His focus on client communication and quality control maintains our reputation for reliable service and exceptional craftsmanship across all conversion projects.
Niamh Lowther
Operations Coordinator
Niamh manages administrative operations and client relations. Her organisational skills ensure smooth project progression from initial consultation through to completion, maintaining our high standards of customer service throughout Kent.
Questions
What types of loft conversions do you offer?
We specialise in rear dormers, velux installations, hip-to-gable conversions, l-shaped dormers, pitched dormers, and side dormers tailored to your property's requirements.
Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion?
Most conversions don't require planning permission under permitted development, though building regulation approval is always necessary. We handle all regulatory applications for you.
How long does a typical loft conversion take?
Project duration varies by complexity but typically takes 8-12 weeks, with potential delays only from external factors like weather or supply chain issues.
Are your services guaranteed?
All work comes with a comprehensive guarantee and insurance-backed assurance, with multiple inspection stages to ensure compliance and quality.
How do you minimise disruption during conversions?
We work externally using scaffolding, maintaining watertight security at all stages while completing internal finishes after structural work is fully completed.
