How we approach smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow
Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow means automatic smoke ventilators at the head of stairwells and atria. We cover the SK9 district and the rest of Cheshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Converted mills and warehouses in the North West often have large rooflights or glass roofs that need specialist replacement. Typical uses for smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) include communal stairwells, corridors and atria.
Jobs in Wilmslow are planned around access: whether the roof can be reached from the garden, whether a hoist or crane is needed, and where we can park. We check this when we measure.
Options we can specify in Wilmslow
- Rain and wind sensors for daily vent use
- Break-glass and smoke-detector triggers
- Service and test plans
- Glazed rooflight or louvred vent
- Electric (24 V) or pneumatic actuation
- Also usable for day-to-day ventilation
- Opens automatically on alarm signal
What to check first
- The product should be certified to BS EN 12101-2 as a natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilator
- Smoke ventilation is designed to the building's fire strategy — we install to that design
Regulations for smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow
Smoke vents are life-safety equipment: in England the responsible person must keep them maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. We install to the building's fire strategy and the manufacturer's certification.
For buildings other than dwellings, Approved Document L Volume 2 sets limiting U-values of 2.2 W/m²K for rooflights and 3.0 W/m²K for roof ventilators, including smoke vents. Fragile-roof safety and access are planned before work starts.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Wilmslow
Guide prices for smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow 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 glazed AOV with actuators | £4,795 – £7,795 | £3,995 – £6,495 |
| Standard glazed AOV Typical | £3,595 – £4,795 | £2,995 – £3,995 |
| Replacement vent onto existing upstand | £2,995 – £3,595 | £2,495 – £2,995 |
How the job runs
- 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.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Common questions
Can a smoke vent be used for normal ventilation?
Many dual-purpose units also open for daily ventilation, closing automatically in rain.
Can you replace an old smoke vent?
Yes, with an equivalent certified unit that matches the original design area and performance, so the fire strategy is not compromised.
How often should AOVs be tested?
Industry guidance recommends regular functional checks and at least annual servicing. Your fire risk assessment sets the regime.
Do you fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow?
Yes. We survey and fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Wilmslow and across Cheshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in Wilmslow?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
