Choosing a loft company to build your loft conversion is a big deal. I mean, a really, really BIG deal. It was probably the most nail-biting moment for me of the whole process, following our fair share of ekkk moments with building works in the past – remember when our floor dropped upstairs? It wasn’t a pretty sight, that’s for sure! So, choosing a loft company was the hugest leap of faith. Here’s how we chose Sunlight lofts to build our loft conversion – which was most definitely the best decision we made!
Whether you’ve had an architect design your loft, or not, you are going to need a loft conversion company or builders to actually build it. Silly me!!! For a split moment, I thought the architect had one up his sleeve *doh!
In our case, as we needed to go via an architect, they did have a list of recommended loft conversion companies and builders to hand for us to takeaway as a first point of contact.
However, this was not our first point of contact. Instead, the very first place we headed to was our local area Facebook pages. These were rife with chatting neighbours and local parents, both asking questions about loft builds and also sharing their experiences of having their own ones built. Never underestimate a word of mouth recommendation – these are like gold dust. 3 loft conversion companies (not general building companies) stuck out for all the best reasons. And, included in the 3 were Sunlight lofts.
Word of mouth was a fantastic starting point but looking at the bigger picture was also important to us. We checked out the different loft companies website’s, social media platforms (yes, the 100 page views might have been me hehe!), specifically looking at their most recent projects, comments and reviews about them. And, again, we chatted to everyone and anyone about loft conversions and their experiences. The same 3 companies stuck out like a beacon, but particularly Sunlight lofts for being professional, friendly, trustworthy and reliable.
I love Sunlight lofts web presence and how they show projects at different stages, just like this one:
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Being able to see that a loft company is actively working, and that they are open and honest about the process is a big tick for me. #winning
Ok, so this is such a dinky tip, but I still think it’s worth remembering. Walk around your area and look up. Most loft conversion companies will have a banner on the scaffolding whilst a loft conversion is being done. Have a look and make a note of the company name. Did you get a good feel from their builders, or a negative one? Also, if the same loft company keeps popping up around your area, chances are, they are great.
Once we got to the quote stage, getting our loft conversion done felt very real. I must have blurted out at least 5 times, why don’t we not do this. Because, a loft conversion is a big project. Mistakes would be epic compared to the minor ones we’d seen happen. I mean, this is building a whole new floor to a house. However, this was going to be done, so, we picked our favourite 5 loft companies (based on the above) and got 3 in for a quote.
As it happens, the little one wasn’t very well when Sunlight lofts came in to give us their quote and I was needed elsewhere. So, this is hubby’s account of his experience with them.
“As soon as I met with Paul from Sunlight lofts it felt right. He was clear, professional and didn’t force his own ideas onto us of how the loft should be. Instead, he looked at our plans, gave heaps of options to choose from, and took a lot of time to go through the processes of what to expect. He was very happy to answer questions (I had loads!), and his experience really came through. I mean, this wasn’t just a salesman, this was someone who knew and had worked in the trade, which put me at ease instantly.”
I could tell it was a good meeting by hubby’s face afterwards! The quote was solid. Paul was more than happy to answer even more questions by phone or email whenever needed. And, everything that we had heard about Sunlight lofts through word of mouth came out through Paul. Genuine, experienced, and wanting to do the best job possible for a customer.
And that was the start of our loft conversion!
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As with any other project, you have to do your homework and choose a company that really knows what it’s doing. They sound like that kind of company.
Great post and thanks for sharing the great tips. I will remember when we get ours done, just need to do the lottery and fingers crossed 😀
Oh wow! A loft conversion is such a big addition to your house. It’s really important to keep your mind on the big picture and find someone you trust.
This is super cool and the house we bought is a chalet style and we already have a loft up top but are refinishing it this year. New celling in there and a wall to make the room up there an actual room. We eventually want to do pop outs on the side… but a little later down the road. Love this post and appreciate you sharing!
I am currently looking for a kitchen contractor, they’re very difficult to find and most of them are too busy to even pick up the phone…
They did a great job! I love how it turned out.
It looks so awesome to have one in your home! I love that idea thanks for sharing!
So impressive and very exciting to see it all come together! Looks so nice!
Looks like your loft is coming along nicely, Annette#dreamteam
There are so many things that go into choosing a company to do something as big as a loft conversion. I’m glad you’re happy with your decision x
Sounds like an amazing process! Great way to live in the city!
We are looking to do a loft conversion next year , great tips 🙂
I’m sure you’re so excited to see this completed. But it’s nice that you’ve reached the stage of this process where you have who is going to do it is figured out.
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Wow. That really adds an extra room, doesn’t it? #Dreamtream