Skylight repairs & leak fixes for Inverness: the essentials
Skylight repairs & leak fixes in Inverness means leak tracing, resealing, actuator repairs and glass replacement. We cover the IV2 district and other parts of the Highlands and Islands, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Think of skylight repairs & leak fixes for leaks, condensation, misted units and failed actuators.
Inverness is the main town we list in the Highlands and Islands; we also cover nearby Elgin and Huntly.
Options we can specify in Inverness
- Upstand and membrane repairs
- Glass unit replacement
- Actuator, motor and control repairs
- Condensation diagnosis
- Resealing and re-flashing
- Honest repair-or-replace advice
- Actuator and rain-sensor repairs
Things we check at survey
- Commercial roofs need access and fall protection
- Parts availability varies with the age of the unit
Planning, building control and Inverness
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
Under the Scottish building standards, replacement rooflights should average 1.6 W/m²K or better, and no individual unit should exceed 3.3 W/m²K. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Guide prices for Inverness
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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Inverness address.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Nearby towns
Other services in Inverness
Common questions
Can you fix a misted rooflight?
A misted unit means the glass seal has failed. The sealed unit, or the whole rooflight, needs replacing.
Can you repair an electric rooflight that will not open?
Often, yes — actuators, controllers and rain sensors can be replaced if parts are available.
Do you repair roof windows too?
Yes — flashings, seals, hinges and glass on pitched roof windows.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Inverness?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Can you work alongside my builder in Inverness?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
