Glass links & glass box roofs in Norwich: what is involved?
For Norwich 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.
Flat, open landscape in much of the East means roofs take the wind, so upstand and seal details matter more than the brand of glass. Glass links & glass box roofs suit listed and period buildings where the old wall should stay visible.
We cover all of Norwich and the NR1 district, and nearby Wymondham and Great Yarmouth.
Choices for your Norwich project
- Heated glass on some systems
- Concealed gutters and drainage
- Frameless or slim-framed glass
- Solar-control and low-iron glass
- Frameless sliding or pivot doors
- Visually light connection between buildings
- Designed around the existing building
Before you order: points to check
- Structural calculations are part of the design
- Thermal performance of large glass areas must be calculated
Planning and building rules for Norwich
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. In an extension, glazing including rooflights is normally limited to 25% of the new floor area plus any windows or doors the extension covers, unless a whole-house calculation shows otherwise.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Glass links & glass box roofs prices in Norwich
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 |
What happens next
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- 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 Norwich
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.
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 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 I need to be at home for the survey in Norwich?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
How do I book a survey in Norwich?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
