Skylight repairs & leak fixes for Swanley: the essentials
Skylight repairs & leak fixes in Swanley means leak tracing, resealing, actuator repairs and glass replacement. We cover the BR8 district and the rest of Kent, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Larger gardens in much of the South East mean deeper rear extensions, and deeper rooms need light from above rather than only from the doors. Skylight repairs & leak fixes suit rooflights that have stopped opening or started dripping.
Neighbouring towns include Bexley (5 km) and Orpington (6 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Options we can specify in Swanley
- Planned maintenance visits
- Condensation diagnosis
- Upstand and membrane repairs
- Actuator, motor and control repairs
- Glass unit replacement
- Misted unit replacement
- Seal and flashing repairs
What to check first
- Repairs are charged — the free survey applies to new installations
- Parts availability varies with the age of the unit
Consents for skylight repairs & leak fixes in Swanley
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. 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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do skylight repairs & leak fixes cost in Swanley?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Swanley, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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
- Tell us what you have. Send the BR8 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- 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.
Neighbouring towns
Related work in Swanley
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.
Do you charge for repair visits?
Yes, repairs are charged. We give the price before the visit.
Why is my skylight leaking?
Common causes are a failed seal, a membrane that has split or lifted at the upstand, a low upstand, blocked drainage or condensation mistaken for a leak.
Can you work alongside my builder in Swanley?
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 Swanley?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
