How we approach pitched roof windows in Leicester
We handle pitched roof windows across Leicestershire, including Leicester. 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.
Industrial and commercial units around Midlands towns often still have their original rooflight sheets, which are due for replacement. Typical uses for pitched roof windows include pitched roofs over bedrooms, stairs and bathrooms.
We cover all of Leicester and the LE1 district, and nearby Oadby and Wigston.
Options we can specify in Leicester
- Manual, electric or solar-powered opening
- Flashings for tiles, slates or recessed fitting
- Combination and stacked windows
- Integral blinds and shutters
- Double or triple glazing
- Daylight and ventilation in a pitched roof
- Blinds and electric opening available
Before you order: points to check
- Front-facing roof windows can need permission in conservation areas
- Rafters may need trimming for wider windows
Do you need permission in Leicester?
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. 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. In an extension, glazing including rooflights is normally limited to 25% of the new floor area plus any windows or doors the extension covers, unless a whole-house calculation shows otherwise.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Pitched roof windows prices in Leicester
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Leicester, 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
- Tell us what you have. Send the LE1 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- 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.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Pitched roof windows in Leicester: questions
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 roof windows be electric?
Yes — electric and solar-powered models open by remote and many include rain sensors.
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.
Will I need planning permission in Leicester?
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.
Is the survey in Leicester free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
