What do glass links & glass box roofs in Strabane involve?
Glass links & glass box roofs in Strabane means frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. We cover the BT82 district and the rest of County Tyrone, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Bungalows are widespread in Northern Ireland, and sun tunnels or roof windows are an easy way to brighten internal hallways. Think of glass links & glass box roofs for joining a period house to a new extension or annexe.
Strabane sits about 22 km from Derry/Londonderry and 27 km from Omagh, and we cover the whole BT82 postcode district and the roads in between.
What you can choose
- Frameless sliding or pivot doors
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Heated glass on some systems
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Designed around the existing building
- Visually light connection between buildings
Before you order: points to check
- Abutments with old masonry need careful weathering
- Structural calculations are part of the design
Planning and building rules for Strabane
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. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
Technical Booklet F1 (2022) asks for replacement windows and rooflights in existing homes to reach WER Band C or a U-value of 1.6 W/m²K, assessed in the vertical position. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Guide prices for Strabane
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Strabane, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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 |
How the job runs
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Strabane, measures and checks structure and access.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- 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 Strabane: questions
How long does a link take?
Design and manufacture are the long part. Fitting is often two to five days.
Do glass links need planning permission?
Often, yes — and listed building consent if either building is listed. We can provide drawings and product data for your application.
How is the glass joined to the old wall?
Usually by a slim channel or flashing set into the masonry, sealed and weathered so the old wall can move without cracking the glass seal.
How do I book a survey in Strabane?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Is the survey in Strabane free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
