Glass links & glass box roofs in Bathgate: what is involved?
Glass links & glass box roofs in Bathgate means frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. We cover the EH48 district and the rest of Edinburgh and the Lothians, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Typical uses for glass links & glass box roofs include listed and period buildings where the old wall should stay visible.
We work across Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Bathgate, and in neighbouring towns such as Livingston and Bo'ness. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
What you can choose
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Solar-control and low-iron glass
- Heated glass on some systems
- Frameless sliding or pivot doors
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Visually light connection between buildings
- Bright circulation space
What to check first
- Structural calculations are part of the design
- Thermal performance of large glass areas must be calculated
Planning and building rules for Bathgate
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Scotland's Technical Handbook (section 6) asks for windows, doors and rooflights in an extension to average 1.4–1.6 W/m²K, with no single unit worse than 3.3 W/m²K. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Glass links & glass box roofs prices in Bathgate
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 |
How the job runs
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- 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.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Questions about glass links & glass box roofs in Bathgate
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.
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 long does a link take?
Design and manufacture are the long part. Fitting is often two to five days.
Is the survey in Bathgate free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you fit glass links & glass box roofs in Bathgate?
Yes. We survey and fit glass links & glass box roofs in Bathgate and across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
