Flat rooflights in Oldham
We supply flat rooflights to Oldham (OL1) and the rest of Greater Manchester: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a flat rooflight for Oldham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Flat rooflights for Oldham homes
A single near-flat pane on an upstand: minimal, low and discreet.
Winter daylight in Oldham lasts about 7h 27m, against 17h 03m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Single glazed unit with a slight fall
- Fixed or electric opening versions
- Usually cheaper than a lantern
Delivery and fitting in Oldham
Your quote includes delivery to Oldham at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for OL1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to OL1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Flat rooflight prices for Oldham
Typical guide prices for flat rooflights, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1000 mm | 1.00 m² | £595–£695£496 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 1.44 m² | £695–£845£579 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £845–£995£704 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 1500 mm | 2.25 m² | £895–£1,095£746 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Oldham
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in Oldham are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.
Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal
Questions from Oldham
Can I walk on a flat rooflight?
Only if it is a walk-on rooflight designed for foot traffic. Standard rooflights are not designed to be walked on.
Are flat rooflights cheaper than lanterns?
Usually, size for size. They use one glass unit and a simple frame.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Oldham?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Oldham?
With the midsummer sun about 59.9° high at noon, roof glass in Oldham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.