How we approach glass links & glass box roofs in Wishaw
For Wishaw homes and buildings we offer glass links & glass box roofs: frameless glass links joining old and new buildings. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Scottish weather is hard on roofs, so we specify rooflights and roof windows with exposure in mind and fit upstands with generous heights. Glass links & glass box roofs suit joining a period house to a new extension or annexe.
Wishaw sits about 5 km from Motherwell and 7 km from Hamilton, and we cover the whole ML2 postcode district and the roads in between.
What you can choose
- Solar-control and low-iron glass
- Heated glass on some systems
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Structural glass beams and fins
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Structural glass roof with concealed fixings
- Bright circulation space
Things we check at survey
- Structural calculations are part of the design
- Abutments with old masonry need careful weathering
Planning, building control and Wishaw
Planning rules in Scotland differ: rooflights are treated as external alterations under Class 2B, with no permitted development 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. 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 Wishaw
Guide prices for glass links & glass box roofs in Wishaw are the same as anywhere we work — what changes the price is the job: access, structure, scaffold and finishing.
| 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 |
The process, step by step
- Tell us what you have. Send the ML2 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- 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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Questions about glass links & glass box roofs in Wishaw
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.
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.
Is the survey in Wishaw 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 Wishaw?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
