FAQs

iFit Homes is a local building contractor based in Southampton offering a wide spectrum of building services including house extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions, renovations, refurbishments, kitchens, bathrooms, suspended ceilings, and bespoke joinery. Their team manages projects from initial design through completion with industry-trained professionals.

While based in Southampton, iFit Homes serves the wider Hampshire area including surrounding towns and villages. They travel across the region to undertake building projects, tailoring solutions for homeowners throughout the local area.

iFit Homes was founded in 2010 by Adrian Royle after many years of experience in the construction industry. Since then, they have built a solid reputation for quality work and customer care in Southampton and beyond.

Yes, iFit Homes offers tailored, free quotations for projects including garage conversions, loft conversions, extensions, and general building work. Prospective clients can contact the team to discuss ideas and receive expert advice before committing.

Their garage conversions transform under-used garage spaces into fully functional rooms such as extra bedrooms, home gyms, offices, cinema rooms, or playrooms — tailored to your lifestyle and budget.

Many garage conversions in residential areas fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission, but it depends on the scale of work and local council rules. iFit Homes can advise you on planning requirements and handle paperwork if needed.

Loft conversions maximise unused roof space to create extra living areas — like bedrooms, home offices, or bathrooms. The process includes a site survey, design planning, structural work, insulation, electrics, and finishing to a high standard. iFit Homes oversees the entire build.

Yes. Loft conversions must comply with UK building regulations to ensure structural safety, insulation, fire safety, ventilation, and more. iFit Homes can manage building control and ensure approvals are in place before completion. Non-compliance can lead to legal and resale issues.

Timescales vary by size and complexity, but most straightforward loft conversions take several weeks from start to finish, including building work and inspections. Your project timeline will be confirmed during the consultation and quotation stage.

Yes — they offer design support, site surveys, and sketches. Their team listens closely to your ideas and develops plans personalised to your needs and budget.

iFit Homes’ workforce holds industry training and qualifications, and the company is featured on Which? Trusted Traders, Checkatrade, and other review platforms, reflecting their reputation and professional standards.

Yes — iFit Homes organises all aspects of work including structural changes, carpentry, plastering, plumbing, electrics, decorating, and finishing, ensuring continuity and quality control throughout the build.

Absolutely. Whether you have plans already or need help developing them, iFit Homes can work from drawings or support you in producing them.

Call or message the iFit Homes team with your project ideas and details. They’ll arrange a consultation, discuss scope and budget, perform a survey if needed, and prepare your quote.