Rooflights for Altrincham homes and buildings
SkylightCompany.uk covers Altrincham and the surrounding part of Greater Manchester, from a single roof window in a loft to a glass link or a warehouse roof.
Stone and brick terraces are typical across the North West, and roof windows in rear slopes are a common way to light attic rooms.
Neighbouring towns include Sale (4 km) and Urmston (7 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Flat roof rooflights in Altrincham
Lanterns & glass roofs in Altrincham
Pitched roofs & lofts in Altrincham
Commercial rooflights in Altrincham
Upgrades, repairs & fitting in Altrincham
Planning and building rules in England
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. 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: Altrincham
Is the survey in Altrincham free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you fit skylights and rooflights in Altrincham?
Yes. We survey and fit skylights and rooflights in Altrincham and across Greater Manchester. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in Altrincham?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Will I need planning permission in Altrincham?
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof.
Can a skylight be fitted into an existing flat roof?
Yes. We form the opening, trim joists, build an insulated upstand, re-waterproof and make good the ceiling.
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.
