How we approach dome rooflights in Wickford
Our dome rooflights service in Wickford covers polycarbonate and acrylic domes for flat roofs, new or replacement. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
Barn conversions and timber-framed homes across the East often call for conservation rooflights or bespoke glass. Typical uses for dome rooflights include older flat roofs with yellowed or leaking domes.
Jobs in Wickford are planned around access: whether the roof can be reached from the garden, whether a hoist or crane is needed, and where we can park. We check this when we measure.
What you can choose
- Fall-through protection mesh
- Fixed or hinged with vent
- Twin, triple or quad skin
- Insulated PVC or GRP upstands
- Polycarbonate or acrylic
- Smoke-vent versions available
- Light, impact-resistant domes
What to check first
- Fire classification matters on some roofs
- Plastic domes have a lower acoustic and thermal performance than glass
Regulations for dome rooflights in Wickford
For non-domestic buildings, planning depends on the building and its location; building regulations cover thermal performance and the fire classification of rooflights near boundaries. Product data for building control is supplied with every quote.
For buildings other than dwellings, Approved Document L Volume 2 sets limiting U-values of 2.2 W/m²K for rooflights and 3.0 W/m²K for roof ventilators, including smoke vents. Fragile-roof safety and access are planned before work starts.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Guide prices for Wickford
Guide prices for dome rooflights in Wickford 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dome and new insulated upstand | £955 – £1,675 | £795 – £1,395 |
| Hinged or vented dome Typical | £715 – £1,195 | £595 – £995 |
| Replacement fixed dome | £475 – £835 | £395 – £695 |
What happens next
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Wickford address.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Wickford, measures and checks structure and access.
- 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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Questions about dome rooflights in Wickford
Do domes leak?
Leaks are usually at the upstand seal or the membrane. Replacing the dome and resealing often fixes it.
Why has my dome gone yellow?
UV breaks down older plastics over time. Modern domes have UV-protective layers, but all plastics age.
Are domes safe to walk on?
No. Treat any rooflight as fragile unless it is specifically certified non-fragile, and never stand on it.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Wickford?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Can you work alongside my builder in Wickford?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
