How we approach pitched roof windows in Lewisham
Pitched roof windows in Lewisham means centre-pivot and top-hung skylights for tiled and slate roofs. We cover the SE13 district and the rest of Greater London, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces with narrow side returns are typical of much of London, and a glass roof or long flat rooflight is the usual way to keep the back rooms bright once the return is built over. Typical uses for pitched roof windows include lofts, attic rooms, landings and vaulted ceilings.
We work across Greater London, including Lewisham, and in neighbouring towns such as Catford and Peckham. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Options we can specify in Lewisham
- Manual, electric or solar-powered opening
- Flashings for tiles, slates or recessed fitting
- Double or triple glazing
- Centre-pivot or top-hung
- Integral blinds and shutters
- Daylight and ventilation in a pitched roof
- Usually fitted in a day
Things we check at survey
- Escape-window rules can apply to loft rooms
- Front-facing roof windows can need permission in conservation areas
Consents for pitched roof windows in Lewisham
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.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Pitched roof windows prices in Lewisham
Guide prices for pitched roof windows in Lewisham 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Lewisham, measures and checks structure and access.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Questions about pitched roof windows in Lewisham
Centre-pivot or top-hung?
Centre-pivot windows are easy to clean and suit most rooms. Top-hung windows open out from the top for an unobstructed view and suit lower roof pitches near eye level.
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.
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.
How do I book a survey in Lewisham?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Lewisham?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
