Expert Velux Rooflight &
Skylight Installation in the
North West
Bringing natural light into a dark space can completely transform a home, creating a brighter, more inviting, and more energy-efficient environment. As the North West’s leading specialists in Velux rooflight installation and other skylight systems, we are dedicated to helping you unlock the full potential of your property. Whether you’re converting a loft, adding an extension, or simply brightening a single room, our professional and certified installers deliver a seamless service from start to finish.
The Benefits of Adding a Rooflight
A skylight is more than just a window; it’s a way to enhance your living space and improve your quality of life.
- Abundant Natural Light: A rooflight can bring in up to three times more daylight than a vertical window of the same size, dramatically reducing the need for artificial lighting.
- Improved Air Quality: Many of our rooflight models can be opened for ventilation, allowing stale air to escape and fresh air to circulate, which is essential for a healthy home.
- Energy Efficiency: Modern Velux windows and other skylight systems are designed to be highly energy-efficient, keeping your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, which can lead to reduced energy bills.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Rooflights provide a modern, clean aesthetic and can make even the smallest rooms feel more spacious and open. You can also improve your property’s overall look with new fascias and soffits.
Our Velux and Skylight Installation Process
We follow a meticulous process to ensure every rooflight is installed with precision and care, guaranteeing a perfect, watertight finish.
- Initial Consultation: We begin with a detailed, no-obligation survey to assess your property and help you choose the ideal rooflight model and placement for your needs.
- Structural Preparation: Our team will carefully prepare the roof structure, ensuring it is ready to safely support the new rooflight. This includes creating the opening and reinforcing the surrounding timbers.
- Expert Installation: The chosen Velux or skylight unit is expertly installed, along with all necessary flashings and seals, to guarantee a completely weatherproof and watertight finish.
- Internal Finishing: The final step involves internal trimming and plastering to ensure a clean, professional look that seamlessly integrates the new rooflight into your ceiling.
Velux Rooflight Models We Install
Centre-Pivot Velux Windows
The classic choice, easy to open and great for versatility. A simple twist allows the window to be opened to any position.
Top-Hung Velux Windows
Ideal for a loft conversion, these windows provide an uninterrupted view and a feeling of openness, offering a clear outlook on your surroundings.
Electric & Solar-Powered Windows
For hard-to-reach areas, these automated models can be operated via a wall switch or remote control. The solar-powered models require no wiring, making installation quick and simple.
Ready to add natural light and value to your home? We are the leading experts in Velux rooflight and skylight installation across the North West.
Velux Rooflights FAQ's
The installation time for a standard Velux window is typically one full day, including the internal finishing. The timeline may vary for more complex projects or multiple installations.
When installed correctly by a professional, a Velux rooflight is completely watertight. We use high-quality flashings and sealants to ensure your new window is fully protected from the elements. Our expertise in professional leadwork ensures a flawless, leak-proof seal.
Velux rooflights are versatile and can be installed on most roof types, including both pitched and flat roofs. We will conduct a full survey to determine the best solution for your property.
Yes, Velux offers a wide range of blinds and shutters, including blackout and thermal options. These can be integrated seamlessly with your new window, and we can advise you on the best options during your consultation.
The cost of a Velux installation varies based on the size, model, and complexity of the project. A typical installation for a standard size can start from around £1,000, but we provide a transparent, fixed-price quote after our initial survey.
In most cases, a Velux rooflight installation falls under Permitted Development and does not require planning permission, provided it does not protrude more than 150mm above the roofline. However, all new rooflight installations must comply with Building Regulations for structural integrity and thermal efficiency. Our certified installers ensure all work is fully compliant.
Yes, we specialise in retrofitting rooflights into existing pitched and flat roofs. Our process involves carefully creating a new opening, reinforcing the roof structure, and installing the window with expert precision to maintain the integrity of your current roof.
Modern Velux windows require very little maintenance. We recommend a yearly check to clear any leaves or debris from the flashing around the window and to lubricate the hinges. The glass has a special coating that helps it stay clean, so a simple wipe down with a soft, damp cloth is all that's needed.
Velux offers a wide range of standard sizes to suit various room dimensions and applications. We can advise you on the best size to ensure the window's glazed area is proportional to the floor area, maximising the amount of natural light without compromising energy efficiency.
Yes. We install Velux's "Integra" electric and solar-powered windows, which can be operated by a remote or smartphone app. The advanced "Velux Active" system can even automatically open and close your windows and blinds to improve air quality and regulate temperature.