What do sliding rooflights in Eastleigh involve?
For Eastleigh homes and buildings we offer sliding rooflights: box rooflights whose glass lid slides back for walk-out roof access. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Larger gardens in much of the South East mean deeper rear extensions, and deeper rooms need light from above rather than only from the doors. In Eastleigh, as anywhere, sliding rooflights are the usual choice for walk-out access where a hatch would feel cramped.
Eastleigh is around 8 km from Southampton, and we survey and fit throughout that part of Hampshire, including the SO50 district.
Choices for your Eastleigh project
- Double or triple glazing
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Box (glazed sides) or flat sliding lid
- Rain sensor
- Electric drive with safety edge
- Full-width, walk-out access to a roof terrace
- Lockable from inside
Things we check at survey
- Needs space on the roof for the lid to slide clear
- Weight and point loads need a structural check
Consents for sliding rooflights in Eastleigh
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. 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.
For English homes the energy rules ask for rooflights of 2.2 W/m²K or better and roof windows of 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B); most modern double glazed units meet both. 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 Eastleigh
Guide prices for sliding rooflights in Eastleigh 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Sliding rooflights in Eastleigh: questions
What if it is raining?
Fitted with a rain sensor, an electric unit closes automatically. Most also have a manual override for power cuts.
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.
Can children open it?
Controls can be key-switched or placed out of reach. We will set the controls up to suit the household.
Is the survey in Eastleigh free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Can you work alongside my builder in Eastleigh?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
