How we approach flat rooflights in Newry
Our flat rooflights service in Newry covers fixed double or triple glazed rooflights for flat roofs and extensions. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
Many Northern Irish homes have later flat-roofed kitchen extensions where an old dome can be swapped for glass. In Newry, as anywhere, flat rooflights are the usual choice for landings, bathrooms and rear extensions with flat roofs.
We work across County Down, including Newry, and in neighbouring towns such as Keady and Portadown. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Options we can specify in Newry
- Plastered or lined internal reveal
- Frame colours: anthracite, black, white or RAL
- Square, rectangular or long-format sizes
- Double or triple glazing
- Integral or fitted blinds
- Slim sightlines from inside — mostly glass, little frame
- Pairs with an opening unit where you also need ventilation
What to check first
- Rooflights count toward glazing in an extension, which matters for Building Regulations energy and overheating rules
- Needs a properly formed upstand — usually at least 150 mm above the finished roof surface (check the manufacturer's figure)
Do you need permission in Newry?
Most rooflights on houses in Northern Ireland are permitted development under Class B, but not in a conservation area or on a listed building's curtilage. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
Northern Ireland's energy rules assess rooflight U-values in the vertical position — unlike England and Wales — and expect 1.6 W/m²K or Band C for replacements. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Flat rooflights prices in Newry
Guide prices for flat rooflights in Newry 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Large or triple glazed (1500 × 2500 mm and up) | £2,395 – £4,195 | £1,995 – £3,495 |
| Mid-size double glazed (1000 × 2000 mm) Typical | £1,675 – £2,395 | £1,395 – £1,995 |
| Small double glazed (up to 1000 × 1000 mm) | £1,195 – £1,795 | £995 – £1,495 |
How the job runs
- Tell us what you have. Send the BT34 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Flat rooflights in Newry: questions
Double or triple glazing?
Double glazing suits most domestic jobs. Triple glazing improves thermal performance and cuts noise from rain, which is worth it over bedrooms or where the energy calculation is tight.
Do flat rooflights leak?
A well-fitted flat rooflight should not leak. Leaks almost always come from the upstand or membrane detailing, not the glass unit, which is why the upstand height and the way the roof covering is dressed up and under the frame matter more than the brand.
Will it make the room too hot?
A big unglazed-to-sky area can add solar gain in summer. Solar-control glass, a blind, or pairing a fixed unit with an opening one keeps it comfortable.
Is the survey in Newry 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 Newry?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
