How we approach conservation rooflights in Armagh
Conservation rooflights in Armagh means slim, low-profile steel-look rooflights for period and listed roofs. We cover the BT60 district and the rest of County Armagh, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many Northern Irish homes have later flat-roofed kitchen extensions where an old dome can be swapped for glass. Typical uses for conservation rooflights include period, listed and conservation-area roofs.
Armagh sits about 11 km from Keady and 17 km from Portadown, and we cover the whole BT60 postcode district and the roads in between.
What you can choose
- Steel or aluminium frames
- Central vertical glazing bar
- Toughened or laminated double glazing
- Flashings for slate or plain tile
- Blinds
- Traditional slim profile, sits low in the roof
- Often preferred by conservation officers
Before you order: points to check
- Lead or matching flashings may be required
- Conservation officers may specify size and position
Consents for conservation rooflights in Armagh
Northern Ireland's householder permitted development allows rooflights within limits — no more than 15 cm projection on road-facing slopes and a 0.5 m margin from ridge, eaves and party walls. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
Technical Booklet F1 (2022) asks for replacement windows and rooflights in existing homes to reach WER Band C or a U-value of 1.6 W/m²K, assessed in the vertical position. New dwellings must average 1.40 W/m²K across windows, roof windows and rooflights.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Conservation rooflights prices in Armagh
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Armagh, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large or electric conservation rooflight | £2,755 – £4,195 | £2,295 – £3,495 |
| Standard conservation rooflight Typical | £2,035 – £2,755 | £1,695 – £2,295 |
| Small conservation rooflight | £1,795 – £2,155 | £1,495 – £1,795 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Conservation rooflights in Armagh: questions
Do I need consent for a conservation rooflight?
On a listed building you need listed building consent. In a conservation area, check with the council — many areas have Article 4 directions affecting roof alterations.
Can you copy an original rooflight?
Some makers produce bespoke sizes to match an existing opening. We can survey and quote.
Do they suit slate roofs?
Yes — flashings are made for slates and for plain tiles.
Is the survey in Armagh free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Armagh?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
