What do glass links & glass box roofs in Glasgow involve?
We handle glass links & glass box roofs across Glasgow and Dunbartonshire, including Glasgow. In short: frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Scottish weather is hard on roofs, so we specify rooflights and roof windows with exposure in mind and fit upstands with generous heights. Typical uses for glass links & glass box roofs include joining a period house to a new extension or annexe.
Glasgow is the main town we list in Glasgow and Dunbartonshire; we also cover nearby Rutherglen and Bishopbriggs.
Specification options
- Heated glass on some systems
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Solar-control and low-iron glass
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Bright circulation space
- Designed around the existing building
What to check first
- Thermal performance of large glass areas must be calculated
- Structural calculations are part of the design
Planning and building rules for Glasgow
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Under the Scottish building standards, replacement rooflights should average 1.6 W/m²K or better, and no individual unit should exceed 3.3 W/m²K. Forming a new opening normally involves structural work, so check with the local authority verifier whether a building warrant is needed.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Glass links & glass box roofs prices in Glasgow
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Glasgow, 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 |
What happens next
- Tell us what you have. Send the G1 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- 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.
Neighbouring towns
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Glass links & glass box roofs in Glasgow: 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.
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.
Who designs it?
Your architect, or we produce a survey-based design that the glass manufacturer engineers.
Is the survey in Glasgow 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 Glasgow?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
