Sliding rooflights for Bordon: the essentials
Sliding rooflights in Bordon means box rooflights whose glass lid slides back for walk-out roof access. We cover the GU35 district and the rest of Hampshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Across the South East, single-storey kitchen extensions on 1930s semis and post-war detached houses are where most flat rooflights and lanterns go. Typical uses for sliding rooflights include walk-out access where a hatch would feel cramped.
Bordon sits about 12 km from Farnham and 16 km from Aldershot, and we cover the whole GU35 postcode district and the roads in between.
Specification options
- Anthracite, black or RAL frames
- Box (glazed sides) or flat sliding lid
- Double or triple glazing
- Rain sensor
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Full-width, walk-out access to a roof terrace
- Glazed box sides keep the headroom open
What to check first
- Weight and point loads need a structural check
- The stair opening and headroom must meet Building Regulations
Consents for sliding rooflights in Bordon
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. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. 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.
Sliding rooflights prices in Bordon
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| 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 |
The process, step by step
- Tell us what you have. Send the GU35 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- 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.
- 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 Bordon
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.
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.
Will I need planning permission in Bordon?
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.
Can you work alongside my builder in Bordon?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
