What do smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Armagh involve?
We handle smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) across County Armagh, including Armagh. In short: automatic smoke ventilators at the head of stairwells and atria. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Wind and rain off the Atlantic make upstand and flashing details important on Northern Irish roofs. In Armagh, as anywhere, smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) are the usual choice for communal stairwells, corridors and atria.
Jobs in Armagh 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.
Specification options
- Rain and wind sensors for daily vent use
- Service and test plans
- Break-glass and smoke-detector triggers
- Electric (24 V) or pneumatic actuation
- Control panel with battery backup
- Opens automatically on alarm signal
- Manual override at the fire service access level
What to check first
- Smoke ventilation is designed to the building's fire strategy — we install to that design
- Replacing a vent with a non-equivalent product can affect the fire strategy
Rules and responsibilities in Armagh
Smoke vents are life-safety equipment: in Northern Ireland the appropriate person must keep them maintained under the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010. We install to the building's fire strategy and the manufacturer's certification.
For non-domestic buildings in Northern Ireland, Technical Booklet F2 covers energy performance; we supply the manufacturer's data for building control. Fire classification of rooflight materials near boundaries is checked at specification.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) prices in Armagh
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 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Tell us what you have. Send the BT60 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Armagh: questions
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 smoke vents need a control panel?
Electric AOVs work with a control panel that links them to detectors, the fire alarm and override switches.
Can a smoke vent be used for normal ventilation?
Many dual-purpose units also open for daily ventilation, closing automatically in rain.
Do you fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Armagh?
Yes. We survey and fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Armagh and across County Armagh. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Armagh?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
