What do sliding rooflights in Limavady involve?
We handle sliding rooflights across County Londonderry, including Limavady. In short: box rooflights whose glass lid slides back for walk-out roof access. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Northern Ireland has a mix of terraces, bungalows and rural farmhouses, and rooflights are a common upgrade when extending. In Limavady, as anywhere, sliding rooflights are the usual choice for walk-out access where a hatch would feel cramped.
We work across County Londonderry, including Limavady, and in neighbouring towns such as Coleraine and Derry/Londonderry. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Limavady project
- Box (glazed sides) or flat sliding lid
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Electric drive with safety edge
- Double or triple glazing
- Anthracite, black or RAL frames
- Daylight down the stair when closed
- Replaces a dormer or stair enclosure on some roofs
Before you order: points to check
- Needs space on the roof for the lid to slide clear
- Electric units need a dedicated supply and commissioning
Consents for sliding rooflights in Limavady
Most rooflights on houses in Northern Ireland are permitted development under Class B, but not in a conservation area or on a listed building's curtilage. A side-facing window within 15 m of a neighbouring boundary must be obscure-glazed, and non-opening unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
Technical Booklet F1 (2022) asks for replacement windows and rooflights in existing homes to reach WER Band C or a U-value of 1.6 W/m²K, assessed in the vertical position. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do sliding rooflights cost in Limavady?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Limavady, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- 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.
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Questions about sliding rooflights in Limavady
What if it is raining?
Fitted with a rain sensor, an electric unit closes automatically. Most also have a manual override for power cuts.
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.
Do you fit sliding rooflights in Limavady?
Yes. We survey and fit sliding rooflights in Limavady and across County Londonderry. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in Limavady?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
