Pitched roof windows for Hove: the essentials
We handle pitched roof windows across East Sussex, including Hove. In short: centre-pivot and top-hung skylights for tiled and slate roofs. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement. In Hove, as anywhere, pitched roof windows are the usual choice for lofts, attic rooms, landings and vaulted ceilings.
We work across East Sussex, including Hove, and in neighbouring towns such as Brighton and Portslade. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Hove project
- Combination and stacked windows
- Flashings for tiles, slates or recessed fitting
- Integral blinds and shutters
- Double or triple glazing
- Centre-pivot or top-hung
- Flashings to suit tiles or slates
- Blinds and electric opening available
What to check first
- Rafters may need trimming for wider windows
- Escape-window rules can apply to loft rooms
Planning and building rules for Hove
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. 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.
For English homes the energy rules ask for rooflights of 2.2 W/m²K or better and roof windows of 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B); most modern double glazed units meet both. Replacing a rooflight or roof window can be self-certified by an installer registered with an authorised competent person scheme; otherwise building control approval is needed.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Pitched roof windows prices in Hove
Guide prices for pitched roof windows in Hove 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Large top-hung or electric window | £2,155 – £3,355 | £1,795 – £2,795 |
| Standard centre-pivot window Typical | £1,435 – £2,155 | £1,195 – £1,795 |
| Small roof window | £1,075 – £1,555 | £895 – £1,295 |
The process, step by step
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Pitched roof windows in Hove: questions
Can a roof window be fitted from inside?
In most cases, yes — only the tiles around the opening are lifted, and much of the work is done from inside the loft.
Can roof windows be electric?
Yes — electric and solar-powered models open by remote and many include rain sensors.
Can you replace an old roof window?
Yes — replacement into the same opening is usually quicker than a new install, often a few hours per window.
Will I need planning permission in Hove?
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.
Do you fit pitched roof windows in Hove?
Yes. We survey and fit pitched roof windows in Hove and across East Sussex. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
