Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) for Fareham: the essentials
Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Fareham means automatic smoke ventilators at the head of stairwells and atria. We cover the PO16 district and the rest of Hampshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Orangery-style extensions with lanterns are popular across the South East, and solar-control glass makes a big difference on south-facing gardens. Typical uses for smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) include communal stairwells, corridors and atria.
We work across Hampshire, including Fareham, and in neighbouring towns such as Gosport and Portsmouth. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Fareham project
- Glazed rooflight or louvred vent
- Electric (24 V) or pneumatic actuation
- Rain and wind sensors for daily vent use
- Break-glass and smoke-detector triggers
- Service and test plans
- Opens automatically on alarm signal
- Replacement of failed or obsolete units
Before you order: points to check
- Smoke ventilation is designed to the building's fire strategy — we install to that design
- Whoever holds the building's fire-safety duties (the responsible person, the duty holder in Scotland or the appropriate person in Northern Ireland) must keep systems maintained and tested
Rules and responsibilities in Fareham
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.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) cost in Fareham?
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Fareham, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| 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 |
What happens next
- 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.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Fareham: questions
Do you design the smoke strategy?
No — the strategy comes from the building's fire engineer or designer. We supply, install, commission and service to it.
Can a smoke vent be used for normal ventilation?
Many dual-purpose units also open for daily ventilation, closing automatically in rain.
Who is responsible for maintaining smoke vents?
The responsible person (or duty holder in Scotland, appropriate person in Northern Ireland) for the building must keep fire safety systems maintained. We can arrange servicing and keep records.
Can you work alongside my builder in Fareham?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
Do you fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Fareham?
Yes. We survey and fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Fareham and across Hampshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
