How we approach sliding rooflights in Aberfeldy
For Aberfeldy 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.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Typical uses for sliding rooflights include staircases that rise to a roof terrace.
We work across Perth and Kinross, including Aberfeldy, and in neighbouring towns such as Pitlochry and Crieff. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
What you can choose
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Electric drive with safety edge
- Rain sensor
- Anthracite, black or RAL frames
- Double or triple glazing
- Electric operation with safety stops
- Glazed box sides keep the headroom open
What to check first
- Needs space on the roof for the lid to slide clear
- Weight and point loads need a structural check
Do you need permission in Aberfeldy?
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Scotland's Technical Handbook (section 6) asks for windows, doors and rooflights in an extension to average 1.4–1.6 W/m²K, with no single unit worse than 3.3 W/m²K. Forming a new opening normally involves structural work, so check with the local authority verifier whether a building warrant is needed.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do sliding rooflights cost in Aberfeldy?
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 PH15 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Aberfeldy, measures and checks structure and access.
- 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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Questions about sliding rooflights in Aberfeldy
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.
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.
Is the survey in Aberfeldy 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 Aberfeldy?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
