How we approach bespoke & shaped rooflights in Kelso
Bespoke & shaped rooflights in Kelso means triangular, angled, curved and multi-pane rooflights made to measure. We cover the TD5 district and the rest of the Scottish Borders, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Short winter days in Scotland make every square metre of overhead glass count, so rooflight sizing matters. In Kelso, as anywhere, bespoke & shaped rooflights are the usual choice for openings that standard sizes do not fit.
We work across the Scottish Borders, including Kelso, and in neighbouring towns such as Jedburgh and Galashiels. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Kelso project
- Concealed or slim frames
- Corner and wrap-around glazing
- Multi-pane butt-jointed runs
- Sloped or monopitch rooflights
- Triangular and trapezoid panes
- Works with architects and builders
- Corner, slope and multi-pane runs
What to check first
- Large panes need a lifting plan
- Structural support must be designed in
Planning and building rules for Kelso
Planning rules in Scotland differ: rooflights are treated as external alterations under Class 2B, with no permitted development in conservation areas. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
Scottish energy standards for glazing, including rooflights, use an area-weighted average of 1.4–1.6 W/m²K in extensions, so most modern units comply comfortably. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
What do bespoke & shaped rooflights cost in Kelso?
Guide prices for bespoke & shaped rooflights in Kelso are the same as anywhere we work — what changes the price is the job: access, structure, scaffold and finishing.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-pane or corner run | £9,595 – £17,995 | £7,995 – £14,995 |
| Single shaped pane, large Typical | £5,395 – £9,595 | £4,495 – £7,995 |
| Single shaped pane, small | £4,195 – £5,395 | £3,495 – £4,495 |
How the job runs
- Tell us what you have. Send the TD5 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Kelso, measures and checks structure and access.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Bespoke & shaped rooflights in Kelso: questions
Do you need my architect's drawings?
They help. We still survey on site, because built openings rarely match drawings exactly.
Can I cancel a bespoke order?
Made-to-measure goods are excluded from the statutory 14-day cancellation right. As a goodwill gesture you can cancel without charge until we place the order with the manufacturer, and we tell you in writing when that happens.
Will a shaped rooflight leak more?
Not if detailed properly — corners and junctions just need more care.
Can you work alongside my builder in Kelso?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
How do I book a survey in Kelso?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
