Skylights and rooflights in Newbury
SkylightCompany.uk covers Newbury and the surrounding part of Berkshire, from a single roof window in a loft to a glass link or a warehouse roof.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement.
From Newbury to Thatcham, Wantage and Basingstoke, the same survey-first process applies: measure, specify, fix the price, then fit.
Flat roof rooflights in Newbury
Lanterns & glass roofs in Newbury
Pitched roofs & lofts in Newbury
Commercial rooflights in Newbury
Upgrades, repairs & fitting in Newbury
Planning and building rules in England
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. Replacing a rooflight or roof window can be self-certified by an installer registered with an authorised competent person scheme; otherwise building control approval is needed.
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Skylight questions: Newbury
Is the survey in Newbury free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Can you work alongside my builder in Newbury?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Newbury?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Will I need planning permission in Newbury?
In England a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development under Class C if it projects no more than 150 mm beyond the roof slope and sits no higher than the ridge.
Will a rooflight make my room too hot?
It can on a south-facing roof with clear glass. Solar-control glass, an opening unit and a blind keep the room comfortable.
Do you take a deposit?
Nothing is paid until you accept a written quote. Made-to-measure products are ordered after you accept, we tell you in writing when the order is placed, and the quote states the payment stages.
