Skylight replacement for Kelso: the essentials
Thinking about skylight replacement in Kelso? The short answer: replacing tired domes and failed glass with a modern rooflight. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Short winter days in Scotland make every square metre of overhead glass count, so rooflight sizing matters. In Kelso, as anywhere, skylight replacement is the usual choice for older extensions due a modern rooflight.
Kelso is around 24 km from Galashiels, and we survey and fit throughout that part of the Scottish Borders, including the TD5 district.
Specification options
- Upstand rebuild and insulation
- Like-for-like size replacement
- Fixed to electric opening
- Roof window replacement in pitched roofs
- Dome to flat glass upgrade
- Clearer view and more light
- Usually done in a day
What to check first
- Old glass and domes are disposed of responsibly
- Upstand and roof condition decide the scope
Do you need permission in Kelso?
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed. 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. Forming a new opening normally involves structural work, so check with the local authority verifier whether a building warrant is needed.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Skylight replacement prices in Kelso
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement with upstand rebuild and opening unit | £2,995 – £4,795 | £2,495 – £3,995 |
| Dome to flat glass upgrade Typical | £1,915 – £2,995 | £1,595 – £2,495 |
| Like-for-like glass rooflight | £1,555 – £2,155 | £1,295 – £1,795 |
What happens next
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Kelso address.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Kelso, measures and checks structure and access.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Questions about skylight replacement in Kelso
Do I need building regulations approval to replace a rooflight?
Replacements in existing homes generally need to meet current thermal standards and may need notification or approval. We advise on the route for your job.
How long does a replacement take?
Usually a day for a standard rooflight on a sound upstand.
What do you do with the old unit?
We remove it from site and recycle what can be recycled.
Can you work alongside my builder in Kelso?
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 Kelso?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
