What is a bungalow loft conversion?
A bungalow loft conversion uses the large roof space of a bungalow to add bedrooms and a bathroom, turning it into a chalet bungalow. Dormers at the front, rear or both create headroom; some projects raise the roof entirely.
How much does a bungalow loft conversion cost in Lichfield?
In Lichfield, a bungalow loft conversion typically costs £43,500–£77,500 for a typical bungalow conversion with dormers, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). Prices in the West Midlands sit near the national average for this kind of work, and the range for Lichfield reflects that. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| A typical bungalow conversion with dormers | £43,500–£77,500 |
| Higher specification | £77,500–£97,000 |
What moves the price most:
- Finishes
- Fire escape design
- Number and size of dormers
- Staircase position within the bungalow
A guide range is only a starting point: the guide price tool gives an instant figure for your size, and a free survey turns it into a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow loft conversion in Lichfield?
Approvals for a bungalow loft conversion in Lichfield follow the rules for England. In England rear dormers on a bungalow are often permitted development within the 50 cubic metre volume limit. Front dormers, roof raises and conservation-area work need planning permission.
Where work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour’s building and deeper than its foundations (or within 6 metres for deeper work), the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notices must be served before work starts.
Our first visit includes a check of your planning history, so you know the route before paying for drawings.
What we handle
What we take care of:
- Insulation, electrics, plumbing and plastering
- Drawings and structural calculations
- Fire-safe escape windows or route
- Bathroom installation
- Building control sign-off
- Survey and planning check
How long does it take?
Allow 8 to 14 weeks on site. Allow time beforehand for drawings and approvals, usually 3 to 4 months.
Building in Lichfield
The West Midlands has large numbers of 1930s semis and Victorian terraces, which suit rear extensions, side extensions and dormer loft conversions.
If your home is in Lichfield or close by in Burntwood, Tamworth and Aldridge, a free home visit is the first step.
How it works
- 01
Survey and brief
We visit, discuss your ideas and budget, and survey the property or site at no cost.
- 02
Design and pricing
Design options, then a fixed quote based on the chosen drawings and specification.
- 03
Permissions sorted
Applications, building control and neighbour arrangements, all before the start date.
- 04
Build and sign-off
We run the build to a written programme and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions about bungalow loft conversions in Lichfield
Where does the staircase go?
Usually from the hallway or a bedroom that becomes a landing. Losing a little ground-floor space is normal.
How much does a bungalow loft conversion cost in Lichfield?
In Lichfield, a bungalow loft conversion typically costs £43,500–£77,500 for a typical bungalow conversion with dormers, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Can every bungalow have a loft conversion?
Most can, but low-pitched roofs may need dormers or a roof raise to give enough head height. We check the structure at the survey.
Do you build bungalow loft conversions in Lichfield?
Yes. We build bungalow loft conversions across Lichfield, including postcodes WS13. Every project starts with a free home visit.
Is fire escape easier in a bungalow?
For a single new floor, escape windows may be acceptable instead of a fully protected stairway. Building control confirms the approach.