What do glass links & glass box roofs in Wrexham involve?
We handle glass links & glass box roofs across Clwyd, including Wrexham. In short: frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Wales sees a lot of wind-driven rain, particularly in the west, so upstand height and flashing laps matter more than anywhere. Glass links & glass box roofs suit listed and period buildings where the old wall should stay visible.
Wrexham is the main town we list in Clwyd; we also cover nearby Rhosllannerchrugog and Buckley.
What you can choose
- Frameless sliding or pivot doors
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Heated glass on some systems
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Structural glass roof with concealed fixings
- Visually light connection between buildings
Things we check at survey
- Structural calculations are part of the design
- Abutments with old masonry need careful weathering
Planning and building rules for Wrexham
In Wales a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development if it stands no more than 15 cm proud of the roof, except on protected land such as conservation areas and National Parks, where permission is needed. A side-facing rooflight within 10.5 m of the boundary must be obscure-glazed, and non-opening unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
Approved Document L in Wales (2022 edition) sets 2.2 W/m²K for rooflights, measured horizontally, and 1.4 W/m²K or Band B for roof windows in existing homes. A revised Welsh Approved Document L takes effect on 4 March 2027; rooflights in new dwellings stay at 2.2 W/m²K.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Guide prices for Wrexham
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Fully frameless link with glass beams | £20,395 – £35,995 | £16,995 – £29,995 |
| Glass roof and glazed sides Typical | £13,195 – £20,395 | £10,995 – £16,995 |
| Glass roof between existing walls | £9,595 – £13,195 | £7,995 – £10,995 |
What happens next
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Wrexham address.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Wrexham, measures and checks structure and access.
- 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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Glass links & glass box roofs in Wrexham: questions
Who designs it?
Your architect, or we produce a survey-based design that the glass manufacturer engineers.
Can a glass link be warm enough to use all year?
With insulated glass units, solar control and good detailing, yes — though it will always be brighter and more exposed to temperature swings than a solid room.
How long does a link take?
Design and manufacture are the long part. Fitting is often two to five days.
Is the survey in Wrexham free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Can you work alongside my builder in Wrexham?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
