How we approach skylight repairs & leak fixes in Bournemouth
Skylight repairs & leak fixes in Bournemouth means leak tracing, resealing, actuator repairs and glass replacement. We cover the BH1 district and the rest of Dorset, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Western coasts take wind-driven rain, so we pay close attention to upstand height and flashing laps on exposed roofs. Typical uses for skylight repairs & leak fixes include rooflights that have stopped opening or started dripping.
We cover all of Bournemouth and the BH1 district, and nearby Christchurch and Poole.
What you can choose
- Condensation diagnosis
- Actuator, motor and control repairs
- Upstand and membrane repairs
- Resealing and re-flashing
- Glass unit replacement
- Actuator and rain-sensor repairs
- Leak tracing, not guesswork
Things we check at survey
- Commercial roofs need access and fall protection
- Water tracking can show up far from the source
Planning, building control and Bournemouth
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. 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.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. 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.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Skylight repairs & leak fixes prices in Bournemouth
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Glass unit or actuator replacement | £595 – £1,555 | £495 – £1,295 |
| Upstand or membrane repair Typical | £355 – £955 | £295 – £795 |
| Diagnostic visit and reseal | £235 – £475 | £195 – £395 |
What happens next
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Bournemouth, measures and checks structure and access.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Skylight repairs & leak fixes in Bournemouth: questions
Do you charge for repair visits?
Yes, repairs are charged. We give the price before the visit.
Is it condensation or a leak?
Condensation forms on the inside face on cold days and comes back in the same pattern. A leak appears when it rains and often tracks down the reveal.
Do you repair roof windows too?
Yes — flashings, seals, hinges and glass on pitched roof windows.
Can you work alongside my builder in Bournemouth?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
How do I book a survey in Bournemouth?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
