How we approach dome rooflights in Smethwick
For Smethwick homes and buildings we offer dome rooflights: polycarbonate and acrylic domes for flat roofs, new or replacement. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Many Midlands semis have had a single-storey rear extension added, and a larger flat rooflight or lantern is often the change that makes it feel finished. In Smethwick, as anywhere, dome rooflights are the usual choice for older flat roofs with yellowed or leaking domes.
Neighbouring towns include West Bromwich (3 km) and Birmingham (5 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Choices for your Smethwick project
- Fall-through protection mesh
- Polycarbonate or acrylic
- Clear, opal or tinted
- Fixed or hinged with vent
- Twin, triple or quad skin
- Light, impact-resistant domes
- Fixed, hinged or vented options
Before you order: points to check
- Upstand condition decides whether you replace dome only or the whole unit
- Fire classification matters on some roofs
Rules and responsibilities in Smethwick
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 Smethwick
Guide prices for dome rooflights in Smethwick 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 |
The process, step by step
- Tell us what you have. Send the B66 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Dome rooflights in Smethwick: questions
Can you replace just the dome?
Yes, if the upstand is sound and the size matches. Otherwise we replace both.
Why has my dome gone yellow?
UV breaks down older plastics over time. Modern domes have UV-protective layers, but all plastics age.
Do domes leak?
Leaks are usually at the upstand seal or the membrane. Replacing the dome and resealing often fixes it.
Can you work alongside my builder in Smethwick?
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 Smethwick?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
