How we approach sliding rooflights in Deeside
Our sliding rooflights service in Deeside covers box rooflights whose glass lid slides back for walk-out roof access. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
Many Welsh homes have older single-storey rear extensions where a glass rooflight brightens a dark kitchen. Think of sliding rooflights for staircases that rise to a roof terrace.
Deeside sits about 2 km from Hawarden and 5 km from Buckley, and we cover the whole CH5 postcode district and the roads in between.
What you can choose
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Double or triple glazing
- Rain sensor
- Electric drive with safety edge
- Box (glazed sides) or flat sliding lid
- Electric operation with safety stops
- Glazed box sides keep the headroom open
Things we check at survey
- Weight and point loads need a structural check
- Needs space on the roof for the lid to slide clear
Do you need permission in Deeside?
Welsh householder permitted development (Class C) allows rooflights that project no more than 15 cm and sit no higher than the existing roof — but not in conservation areas, National Parks, AONBs or World Heritage Sites. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the council, and flats have no householder permitted development rights.
Welsh Building Regulations expect new or replacement rooflights to reach 2.2 W/m²K and roof windows 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B rating. A revised Welsh Approved Document L takes effect on 4 March 2027; rooflights in new dwellings stay at 2.2 W/m²K.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Deeside
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Deeside, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large box slider with electric drive | £11,995 – £20,395 | £9,995 – £16,995 |
| Standard box slider Typical | £8,995 – £13,195 | £7,495 – £10,995 |
| Flat sliding lid | £7,195 – £9,595 | £5,995 – £7,995 |
What happens next
- Tell us what you have. Send the CH5 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- 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.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Common questions
Does it need planning permission?
A box unit that projects above the roof plane can need planning permission, especially on the front of a house or in a conservation area. We check before you order.
Can children open it?
Controls can be key-switched or placed out of reach. We will set the controls up to suit the household.
How heavy is it?
Box sliders weigh hundreds of kilograms, so delivery may need a crane or lifting gear, and the structure must be checked.
Will I need planning permission in Deeside?
In Wales a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development if it stands no more than 15 cm proud of the roof, except on protected land such as conservation areas and National Parks, where permission is needed.
Is the survey in Deeside free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
