How we approach ridge & pitched glass roofs in Uxbridge
For Uxbridge homes and buildings we offer ridge & pitched glass roofs: dual-pitch glazed roofs for side returns, links and long extensions. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Party walls are a fact of life in London terraces, and rooflights close to a shared wall need detailing that keeps the neighbour's side dry too. Typical uses for ridge & pitched glass roofs include terraced-house side returns that would otherwise be dark.
We work across Greater London, including Uxbridge, and in neighbouring towns such as Ruislip and Hayes. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
What you can choose
- Fixed or retractable shading
- Aluminium systems in standard and RAL colours
- Dual-pitch or mono-pitch
- Solar-control, self-cleaning or tinted glass
- Integrated gutters and box gutters
- Solar-control glass for south-facing slopes
- Works with exposed brick and period detail
Before you order: points to check
- Party-wall agreements may apply on terraced houses
- Large glass roofs affect the energy calculation for the extension
Do you need permission in Uxbridge?
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. A rooflight on a side-facing slope must be obscure-glazed, and fixed shut unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
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. 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.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Uxbridge
Guide prices for ridge & pitched glass roofs in Uxbridge 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
- 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.
Neighbouring towns
Related work in Uxbridge
Common questions
How long does a ridge roof take to fit?
Typically two to four days once the walls and supports are ready, depending on length and access.
Will it be noisy in the rain?
Glass is quieter than polycarbonate. Triple glazing or laminated glass reduces rain noise further.
Can it have opening vents?
Yes, top-hung vents with electric actuators are common, often with a rain sensor.
Is the survey in Uxbridge free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Will I need planning permission in Uxbridge?
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.
