Consider your budget and your loft space

When it comes to saving some money, Velux windows are often the cheaper option. You can expect Large Velux windows to be in the region of £2,000 per window and depending on how many you want to add, they can be incredibly cost-effective.

There are also no real structural changes needed with Velux windows as they fit into the roof space as it is. If your loft is large enough for you to convert without any major structural changes needed, then Velux is a great choice. But you will need to ensure that you have enough head height for Velux windows in your loft conversion.

It is also unlikely that you will need planning permission for Velux windows and this means saving on costs as there are no application fees to pay. It also means time savings as there will be no lengthy wait to hear back from planning teams. In fact, some Velux loft conversions can be completed in as little as four weeks.

Velux windows won’t alter the exterior of your property at all. Aesthetically they won’t draw any second glances so they will fit right into your property. While you won’t get any second glances from the outside, on the inside you can make Velux windows eye-catching and inspirational – adding to the value and the saleability of your home.

Adding value through design

If head height is tight, then Dormer windows can open up the room and give you essential extra floor space. While not as cheap as Velux and with the potential requirement for planning permission, they can transform the usability of the space and add value to the property in the long term.

A cheap dormer window can be around £5,000 but you can easily go up to £15,000 if you’re looking to create something that’s well designed to suit your property. 

We can all think of some 1980s Dormer disasters. A square box look that doesn’t sit right on the house or the street. Thankfully, Dormer design has come a long way. Adding a Dormer window can add to the value of your home on the inside but also on the outside, giving it some serious kerb appeal.

Dormer windows can be made from a wide variety of materials so can be made to sympathetically fit in with your current house or be designed to deliberately stand out. It can take a little extra thought and additional budget, but it can be a great way to add value through the design.

Alternatively, Velux windows won’t alter the exterior of your property at all. Aesthetically they won’t draw any second glances so they will fit right into your property. While you won’t get any second glances from the outside, on the inside you can make Velux windows eye-catching and inspirational – adding to the value and the saleability of your home.

A loft conversion done well can add between 10-20% to the value of your home. So whatever you choose, it is worth exploring all of your options so that you get a great design that helps you add value to your loft space.