How we approach loft conversion skylights in Edinburgh
Our loft conversion skylights service in Edinburgh covers roof windows planned for loft rooms — light, headroom and escape. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
Short winter days in Scotland make every square metre of overhead glass count, so rooflight sizing matters. Typical uses for loft conversion skylights include attic bedrooms, offices and en-suites.
We cover all of Edinburgh and the EH1 district, and nearby Musselburgh and Dalkeith.
Choices for your Edinburgh project
- Blackout and thermal blinds
- Electric or solar opening
- Balcony roof windows on some ranges
- Combination and stacked layouts
- Centre-pivot or top-hung
- Fits alongside dormers
- Escape-window sizing where required
Things we check at survey
- Rafter spacing affects window widths
- Front roof slopes can be restricted in conservation areas
Consents for loft conversion skylights in Edinburgh
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
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.
Guide prices for Edinburgh
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Edinburgh, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Electric top-hung escape window | £1,675 – £2,395 | £1,395 – £1,995 |
| Standard centre-pivot window Typical | £1,195 – £1,675 | £995 – £1,395 |
| Small window into open rafters | £955 – £1,315 | £795 – £1,095 |
The process, step by step
- 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.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Loft conversion skylights in Edinburgh: questions
Will the loft be cold near the windows?
Correctly fitted insulation collars and linings keep the window surround warm and reduce condensation.
Do loft roof windows need to be escape windows?
Some loft rooms need an escape window, depending on the layout and the fire strategy for the conversion. Building control confirms the requirement.
How many roof windows does a loft room need?
Enough to give good light — a common rule of thumb is glazing equal to roughly a tenth to a fifth of the floor area, adjusted for orientation and use. We advise at survey.
Do you fit loft conversion skylights in Edinburgh?
Yes. We survey and fit loft conversion skylights in Edinburgh and across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in Edinburgh?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
