How we approach pitched roof windows in Shrewsbury
Thinking about pitched roof windows in Shrewsbury? The short answer: centre-pivot and top-hung skylights for tiled and slate roofs. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Many Midlands semis have had a single-storey rear extension added, and a larger flat rooflight or lantern is often the change that makes it feel finished. Think of pitched roof windows for lofts, attic rooms, landings and vaulted ceilings.
We work across Shropshire, including Shrewsbury, and in neighbouring towns such as Wellington and Telford. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Specification options
- Double or triple glazing
- Integral blinds and shutters
- Manual, electric or solar-powered opening
- Centre-pivot or top-hung
- Combination and stacked windows
- Usually fitted in a day
- Blinds and electric opening available
What to check first
- Rafters may need trimming for wider windows
- Front-facing roof windows can need permission in conservation areas
Consents for pitched roof windows in Shrewsbury
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. 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 Shrewsbury
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| 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
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Shrewsbury 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.
- 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 Shrewsbury: 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.
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 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 Shrewsbury?
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.
Can you work alongside my builder in Shrewsbury?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
