How we approach pitched roof windows in Basildon
Our pitched roof windows service in Basildon covers centre-pivot and top-hung skylights for tiled and slate roofs. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
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. Pitched roof windows suit pitched roofs over bedrooms, stairs and bathrooms.
Neighbouring towns include Pitsea (4 km) and Stanford-le-Hope (5 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Choices for your Basildon project
- Centre-pivot or top-hung
- Integral blinds and shutters
- Manual, electric or solar-powered opening
- Combination and stacked windows
- Double or triple glazing
- Centre-pivot opening for easy cleaning from inside
- Daylight and ventilation in a pitched roof
Before you order: points to check
- Insulation collars and vapour control must be detailed
- Rafters may need trimming for wider windows
Do you need permission in Basildon?
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. 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.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do pitched roof windows cost in Basildon?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Basildon, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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 |
How the job runs
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Basildon address.
- 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.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Neighbouring towns
Related work in Basildon
Common questions
Do I need planning permission for a roof window?
Often not, under householder permitted development, provided it does not project too far above the roof plane and conditions are met. Listed buildings, flats and some conservation areas are different. Our planning guide covers each nation.
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 work alongside my builder in Basildon?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
Is the survey in Basildon free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
