What Is the Right Dormer for Your Property

Popular types of Dormer Roofs

What Is the Right Dormer for Your Property?

Dormers are commonly used to increase the usable space in a loft, providing full head height and usually containing a window. They are generally added to the rear of a property, however, subject to planning permission can be added o the side or front.
Dormers will create better airflow, improve lighting in the roof space and can add value to your property. There are several choices of Dormers to choose from and your reasons for having a Dormer or the type of roof will determine which one is best for your home. The 3 most popular are Flat Roof Dormer, Gable Roof Dormer and Hipped Roof Dormer.

Flat Roof Dormer

A flat roof dormer gives you maximum floor space and headroom and the larger window will give you more natural light. Your flat roof dormer can be designed to stay in keeping with your home. These dormers have a boxy feel to them and are generally the more affordable option.

Gable Roof Dormer

A gable roof dormer has a roof that forms a peak with a triangular gable of wall beneath and will be 2 sided. If the gable roof is flared it will provide shade to the dormer window which is ideal if your home is south facing. This style of dormer is very stylish and can vary in size.

Hipped Roof Dormer

A hipped roof dormer has roofing material on three sides of the dormer and they maintain consistency with hipped roofs. The point at which the three sides join is over the center of the dormer rather than at the front. The hipped roof dormer looks more natural as it blends in so well with the roof of the property as tiles would be identical but is generally smaller than other dormers.

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We employed AKT Roofing to replace an old Velux window on the top floor of our building. Although it took a while for them to find time for us because they are much in demand, when they came, the job was carried out quickly and efficiently. They finished all the work off very neatly, and cleared everything away. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

Gillian Ford

: Bournemouth – July 2025

Thank you AKT for removing and capping the chimney, replacing the roof and insulation, doing it all swiftly and safely. Adam ensured that great care was taken erecting and dismantling the scaffolding, to minimise any H&S risks. Carmen was always at the end of the phone or contactable via email whilst the work was in progress, providing me with updates. The new roof looks really good and I’m confident will keep us dry and warm next winter.

Lucinda Smith

: Dorset – June 2025

We are so impressed and happy with the work from AKT Roofing. We had several roofers working at our house over two weeks and each and every one of them were very respectful and professional and kind. everyone was so dedicated and hard-working that the job was finished far sooner than we expected. The quality of the work is excellent, everything was also cleaned up after perfectly. We highly recommend AKT Roofing.

Daniella De Angelli

: Bournemouth – May 2025

Adam was polite and friendly, and turned up on time. He provided a thorough inspection and detailed report on the condition of our flat roof. AKT’s admin and operations officer, Carmen, was polite and helpful in making the arrangements. My experience of AKT Roofing was very good and I would recommend them.

Don Walker

: Bournemouth – February 2025

Absolutely fantastic from start to finish, quick and reasonable quote with lots of detail, plenty of communication about the job start and then the job itself was simply magical, I don’t know how they’ve done it but its almost impossible to tell that there were 2 chimneys there before. Our neighbour had their chimneys taken down by another company last year and its really unsightly where the chimneys were and we were expecting the same but our roof is now pristine. They are true craftsmen and obviously care about the work they do. Once the bill arrived it was exactly as quoted with no hidden extras and we wouldn’t hesitate to use AKT roofing again or recommend them to anyone who’ll listen.

John Cheeseman

: Dorset – December 2024

We chose AKT roofing as they were members of the NFRC Roofing Competent Person scheme so were guaranteed to use quality parts and self certify with Building Regs. Friendly, efficient service. Explained well what they were doing. Hardworking. Replaced our large flat roof within 2 days. Cleared all rubbish away leaving the place clean and tidy.Would recommend.!

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: Bournemouth – December 2024

Have used AKT numerous times to fix my house tiled roof and install a new roof on my garden office .Very reliable service and really professional team would highly recommend thanks

July 2024

: Bournemouth

We, at Heathside Court, have contracted AKT Roofing, Adam Tipper, on many occasions over the past 20/25 years for various roofing jobs including a complete roof replacement about 12 years ago. The service and workmanship we have received has been excellent and his prices have always been very competitive. I would, without hesitation, recommend this company, no job is too small.

Richard Cole

: Poole, Dorset – June 2024

Honest, Polite, friendly Team from AKT Roofing Needed my Roof replacing & received an excellent service from start to finish (even swept the driveway) Had an extension built so used on another occasion to install a skylight & felt roof still accomplished to a high standard.

Conroy Bowerbank

: Dorset – June 2024

AKT Roofing fitted felt trays, replaced a piece of damaged felt and replaced a broken tile. I tried 2 other roofers beforehand, but AKT Roofing were the only ones who reliably replied to messages and move things forward. They put in a temporary fix to keep out the rain when they came over to assess the job, then were quick to get it all completed and left everything tidy. Great service and great people!

Google Review

: Bournemouth – April 2024

Google Review

: Bournemouth – April 2024

AKT Roofing did a comprehensive survey on the roof of the property identifying the need to replace the original roof. They worked quickly to identify a slot for the work to go ahead and make the situation as stress free as possible. They worked hard to complete the project and the end result looks great! So pleased with the new roof. Plus the confidence of working with a reputable roofing company! Thank you to everyone at AKT roofing for their hard work.

Google Review

: Bournemouth – February 2024

They did a very good job stripping, insulating and replacing 3 flat roofs at our house 3 years ago – 2 dormers and a porch. Yesterday I had a tile come away as the nibs failed. I texted Adam with a photo and asked if he could help as I did not have a disc cutter for trimming the spare tile I had and my ladders were not suitable to get near enough to replace the tile. He came today while I was away, did the repair and texted me at work to say all done. He did not want payment as he said “it didn’t take too long” yet he came from Bournemouth. What a service – cannot recommend Adam highly enough – honest, courteous, tidy and does what he say he’ll do – A rare thing with some tradesmen these days.

CarlW

Excellent. Very professional, polite and courteous. Started as soon as there was light and went through until too dark to continue despite the adverse weather. Cleaned up at the end of the day. Kept us informed of progress. Completed ahead of estimated timeline. Looks great. I would an have recommended them to others. 11/10

Ms Horsfield

: Bournemouth

V Saunders

: Bournemouth

We have used AKT roofing before and once more we are very satisfied from the quotation stage through to the work being carried out. There were some extra bits done and we weren’t charged any extra for them which we are very grateful for. Very professional service by Adam, Carmen and the team; Highly recommended!!

Mr Reuven

: Bournemouth

The original visit to quote for works was conducted efficiently. On the agreed date the team arrived promptly and worked throughout the day. The work completed had photographic evidence. The workplace was left clean and tidy and the loft space was left clean. The administration staff were helpful.

Mr Edwards

: Bournemouth

I needed some new velux windows and velux recommend AKT roofing. I agree with velux I can highly recommend them. From Carmen who kept me updated to the actual work being done. Friendly. Professional. Tidy. Helpful. They did my blinds, mended my roof and checked everything for me. Brilliant company.

June 2023

: Christchurch

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