Sliding rooflights for Ealing: the essentials
We handle sliding rooflights across Greater London, including Ealing. 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.
Many London roofs are reached only through the house or over neighbouring property, so lifting heavy glass is planned at survey rather than on the day. In Ealing, as anywhere, sliding rooflights are the usual choice for staircases that rise to a roof terrace.
Ealing sits about 2 km from Southall and 3 km from Greenford, and we cover the whole W5 postcode district and the roads in between.
Choices for your Ealing 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
- Full-width, walk-out access to a roof terrace
- Lockable from inside
Before you order: points to check
- Electric units need a dedicated supply and commissioning
- The stair opening and headroom must meet Building Regulations
Do you need permission in Ealing?
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line. 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.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. 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.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Ealing
Guide prices for sliding rooflights in Ealing are the same as anywhere we work — what changes the price is the job: access, structure, scaffold and finishing.
| 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 |
How the job runs
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Ealing, measures and checks structure and access.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Questions about sliding rooflights in Ealing
Is a sliding rooflight better than an access hatch?
For daily use, usually yes — you walk out under open sky instead of climbing through a hinged hatch. A hatch costs less and suits occasional access.
What if it is raining?
Fitted with a rain sensor, an electric unit closes automatically. Most also have a manual override for power cuts.
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.
How do I book a survey in Ealing?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Is the survey in Ealing free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
