How we approach ridge & pitched glass roofs in Poole
Ridge & pitched glass roofs in Poole means dual-pitch glazed roofs for side returns, links and long extensions. We cover the BH15 district and the rest of Dorset, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Western coasts take wind-driven rain, so we pay close attention to upstand height and flashing laps on exposed roofs. In Poole, as anywhere, ridge & pitched glass roofs are the usual choice for terraced-house side returns that would otherwise be dark.
Neighbouring towns include Bournemouth (7 km) and Wimborne Minster (8 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Options we can specify in Poole
- Fixed or retractable shading
- Aluminium systems in standard and RAL colours
- Dual-pitch or mono-pitch
- Integrated gutters and box gutters
- Opening vents and electric actuators
- Forms the roof as well as the window
- Maximum daylight for side returns
Things we check at survey
- Large glass roofs affect the energy calculation for the extension
- Party-wall agreements may apply on terraced houses
Do you need permission in Poole?
In England a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development under Class C if it projects no more than 150 mm beyond the roof slope and sits no higher than the ridge. 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.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. The Future Homes and Buildings Standards, published in March 2026, apply from 24 March 2027 and keep the 2.2 W/m²K limit for rooflights.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Ridge & pitched glass roofs prices in Poole
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Poole, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Long run with vents and solar glass | £9,595 – £15,595 | £7,995 – £12,995 |
| Typical side return (about 2 × 5 m) Typical | £5,995 – £9,595 | £4,995 – £7,995 |
| Short ridge rooflight | £4,795 – £5,995 | £3,995 – £4,995 |
What happens next
- Tell us what you have. Send the BH15 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.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
Neighbouring towns
More we do in Poole
Common questions
Will it be noisy in the rain?
Glass is quieter than polycarbonate. Triple glazing or laminated glass reduces rain noise further.
Can it be partly solid?
Yes — part-glazed, part-insulated roofs balance light and heat.
Is a glass roof too hot for a kitchen?
Without care, it can be. Solar-control glass, an opening vent at the top and a blind make a south-facing glass roof comfortable.
Will I need planning permission in Poole?
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof.
How do I book a survey in Poole?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
