Need another bedroom but don’t want to leave Solihull? Moving means fees, removals and months of upheaval. Loft conversions in Solihull give you the space without changing your address.
We convert lofts in 1930s semis around Olton and Shirley, larger detached homes in Knowle and Dorridge, and plenty of bungalows in between. First, we check what your roof can realistically give you.
As loft conversion builders in Solihull, we manage the design, approvals, structure and finish. You get one team, one contact and one clear quote.
See Our Work
A closer look at recent J M A Group builds from groundworks to finished space.
A loft conversion should feel like part of the house, not an add-on. That takes careful planning and a team that sees it through.
1. Design & Construction Coordination
We design your loft and then we build it. There is no hand-off between an architect and a separate builder.
2. Structural Coordination
Steels, joists and roof changes are worked out with a structural engineer early. The site team builds to those calculations.
3. Defined Scope of Works
Your scope lists every item, from rooflights to skirting boards. You know what’s included before you sign anything.
4. Professional Project Management
One project manager oversees your Solihull build. They plan the trades and keep you updated week by week.
5. Quality Control
Work is inspected as it goes. Hidden items like insulation and fire protection are checked before they’re covered up.
6. Building Regulations
We design to current regulations and liaise with building control. You get the paperwork you need if you sell later.
7. Wider Renovation Capability
Also thinking about an extension or new kitchen? We can plan everything together, so nothing is done twice.
Tell us what isn't working in your home right now. We'll discuss ideas, budget and when you'd like work to start.
We look at your roof pitch, rafters and existing loft floor. This tells us which conversion types are realistic.
Layouts are drawn around your family's needs, whether that's a guest room, a teenager's den or a quiet office.
Some Solihull homes can use permitted development. Front dormers and conservation area homes usually need council consent.
We prepare structural details and Building Regulations plans. These cover the fire escape, insulation and the new staircase.
Your quote is broken down line by line. If you change a finish, you can see the cost difference straight away.
Scaffolding goes up, the roof is opened and the structure goes in. Insulation, plaster, joinery and decoration follow.
We inspect each stage and keep you posted. At handover, we walk you through the finished room and the sign-off paperwork.
1. Dormer Loft Conversions
A dormer gives you standing room across most of the floor. For many semis, a dormer loft conversion in Solihull offers the most space for the budget.
2. Rear Dormer Conversions
A rear dormer sits out of sight from the road. It suits you if you want plenty of space but prefer to keep the front unchanged.
3. Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions
Many Solihull semis have a hipped side roof. Squaring it off into a gable gives the new stairs somewhere sensible to land.
4. Rooflight / Velux-Style Loft Conversions
Detached homes with steep roofs may already have enough height. Rooflights add daylight and keep the roofline untouched.
5. Mansard Loft Conversions
A mansard creates an almost full-height room across the back of the house. It’s a bigger job and usually needs planning permission.
6. Bedroom Loft Conversions
Add a bedroom for a growing family or visiting relatives. Your downstairs rooms stay exactly as they are.
7. Master Bedroom Suites
Move the main bedroom upstairs and free up space below. Built-in wardrobes can run along the low eaves walls.
8. Loft Conversions with En-Suites
An en-suite means no queue for the family bathroom. We plan water, waste and ventilation into the design from day one.
9. Home Office Loft Conversions
Working from home a few days a week? A loft office gives you a proper desk, good light and some peace.
10. Loft Conversion and Renovation Projects
Pairing your loft with other upgrades? We can plan it as part of a full home renovation in Solihull.
11. Loft Structural Alterations
Most lofts need a new floor structure strong enough for a bedroom. We install steels and joists to the engineer’s design.
12. Staircase Installation
A well-placed staircase feels like it was always there. Where possible, we line it up above the existing stairs to save space.
13. Roof Alterations and Strengthening
Some bungalow and newer roofs use trussed rafters that need altering. We redesign and strengthen them safely before converting.
Often, yes. Rear dormers and hip-to-gable conversions can fall under permitted development if they stay within the size limits. Homes in conservation areas, such as parts of Knowle and Hampton-in-Arden, face tighter rules. Solihull Council handles planning applications and Lawful Development Certificates. We will tell you which applies to your home.
Yes. Bungalows often have generous roof space. A dormer can turn yours into a chalet-style home with bedrooms upstairs. We check the roof structure and the best staircase position first.
Usually. It depends on the head height where the shower goes and how the waste can reach your existing soil pipe. We’ll show you the options at the design stage.
Most families do. Much of the early work is reached from the scaffold, so the house stays usable. There will be some noise and dust when the staircase goes in. We will tell you when to expect it.
Prices vary with size, roof type and finishes. A large dormer on a detached house costs more than rooflights on a semi. We send an itemised quote after surveying your home, so you can see where the money goes.
That empty loft could be your next bedroom, office or guest suite.
Our loft conversion specialists in Solihull will survey your home, explain the options and give you a clear quote. Then we design, manage and build it for you.
Want more room downstairs too? See our home extensions in Solihull. We also convert lofts in neighbouring Birmingham.
