How we approach glass links & glass box roofs in Bangor, County Down
We handle glass links & glass box roofs across County Down, including Bangor, County Down. In short: frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Northern Ireland has a mix of terraces, bungalows and rural farmhouses, and rooflights are a common upgrade when extending. In Bangor, County Down, as anywhere, glass links & glass box roofs are the usual choice for listed and period buildings where the old wall should stay visible.
Bangor, County Down is the main town we list in County Down; we also cover nearby Newtownards and Carrickfergus.
Choices for your Bangor, County Down project
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Solar-control and low-iron glass
- Heated glass on some systems
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Designed around the existing building
- Can include frameless doors
What to check first
- Thermal performance of large glass areas must be calculated
- Listed building consent or planning permission is commonly needed
Do you need permission in Bangor, County Down?
In Northern Ireland, roof alterations come under Class B of the 2015 order: a rooflight facing a road must not project more than 15 cm and must sit at least 0.5 m from the ridge, eaves, verge and party wall. A side-facing window within 15 m of a neighbouring boundary must be obscure-glazed, and non-opening unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
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. New dwellings must average 1.40 W/m²K across windows, roof windows and rooflights.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do glass links & glass box roofs cost in Bangor, County Down?
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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Bangor, County Down address.
- 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.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Common questions
Is structural glass safe?
Structural glass is laminated so it stays in place if a ply breaks. The manufacturer designs it for the loads involved.
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.
Do you fit glass links & glass box roofs in Bangor, County Down?
Yes. We survey and fit glass links & glass box roofs in Bangor, County Down and across County Down. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Bangor, County Down?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
