Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Oakham: what is involved?
We handle smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) across Rutland, including Oakham. 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.
Bungalows are common across parts of the Midlands, and sun tunnels or roof windows are a quick way to brighten internal hallways. In Oakham, as anywhere, smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) are the usual choice for communal stairwells, corridors and atria.
Oakham is the main town we list in Rutland; we also cover nearby Uppingham and Melton Mowbray.
Options we can specify in Oakham
- Service and test plans
- Break-glass and smoke-detector triggers
- Electric (24 V) or pneumatic actuation
- Control panel with battery backup
- Rain and wind sensors for daily vent use
- Manual override at the fire service access level
- Opens automatically on alarm signal
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 Oakham
Smoke vents are life-safety equipment: in England the responsible person must keep them maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. We supply manufacturer-certified units and arrange installation, commissioning and servicing through specialist smoke-control engineers.
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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) prices in Oakham
Guide prices for smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Oakham 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 |
The process, step by step
- 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.
- 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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Questions about smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Oakham
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.
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.
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 Oakham?
Yes. We survey and fit smoke vent rooflights (AOVs) in Oakham and across Rutland. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in Oakham?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
