Velux, flat-glass, and tubular skylight fitting and replacement. Flood your home with natural light. in Hackney (E8, E5, E9). 163 reviews. 10-year guarantee. Free quotes.
Looking for skylight & velux installation in Hackney? Victorian terraces line the streets around Mare Street and London Fields, many with original Welsh slate roofs dating to the 1860s–1890s. The Holly Street and Nightingale estates brought post-war flat-roofed blocks, while warehouse conversions along Regent’s Canal feature industrial-era butterfly roofs. New-build apartments around Hackney Wick add modern membrane roofing to the mix.
Velux roof windows are the most popular option — available in centre-pivot, top-hung, and electric opening variants, with sizes from 550mm to 1340mm wide. Flat-glass rooflights suit flat roofs and low-pitch extensions, providing a sleek frameless appearance. Tubular skylights (sun tunnels) bring natural light into internal rooms without a direct roof opening. Victorian terraces line the streets around Mare Street and London Fields, many with original Welsh slate roofs dating to the 1860s–1890s. The Holly Street and Nightingale estates brought post-war flat-roofed blocks, while warehouse conversions along The right choice for your Hackney property depends on the roof type, the pitch, and what the room below needs.
Installing a skylight into an existing roof requires cutting through tiles/slates, battens, and sometimes rafters. If rafters are cut, the opening must be trimmed with headers and trimmers to maintain structural integrity. The skylight frame is then fitted, flashed into the surrounding roof covering, and sealed. Lead flashing theft is a persistent problem on Victorian terraces, particularly around London Fields and Clapton. Original Welsh slate on 150-year-old roofs becomes porous and delaminating. Flat roofs on 1960s council blocks suffer ponding water dama Correct flashing is the critical detail — a poorly flashed skylight is the single most common cause of loft and bedroom leaks. We use manufacturer-approved flashing kits for every installation.
Velux-style roof windows fitted to the rear slope of a house usually fall under permitted development and do not need planning permission, provided they do not protrude more than 150mm above the roof surface. Front-facing skylights, skylights in conservation areas, and skylights on listed buildings may require permission. We check planning status before quoting and advise accordingly.
Lead flashing theft is a persistent problem on Victorian terraces, particularly around London Fields and Clapton. Original Welsh slate on 150-year-old roofs becomes porous and delaminating. Flat roofs on 1960s council blocks suffer ponding water damage. Converted warehouse roofs need specialist attention where industrial glazing meets traditional coverings.
Our skylight & velux installation service covers Mare Street, Graham Road, Dalston Lane, Amhurst Road, Pembury Road, Richmond Road and all surrounding streets in Hackney. We are already working in the area regularly, so we can be with you quickly and start work without delay.
| Work Type | Guide Price |
|---|---|
| Velux window supply + fit (standard) | £800 – £1,200 |
| Velux window supply + fit (electric) | £1,200 – £1,800 |
| Flat rooflight supply + fit | £1,000 – £2,500 |
| Sun tunnel supply + fit | £500 – £900 |
| Skylight replacement (existing opening) | £600 – £1,000 |
| Additional trimming (rafter cut) | £200 – £500 |
Prices are guide ranges for Hackney. Your actual quote depends on the specific job. All quotes are free, written, and fixed — no hidden extras.
1. Survey roof and identify optimal position. 2. Check planning requirements. 3. Source skylight and flashing kit. 4. Cut opening and trim rafters. 5. Fit skylight frame. 6. Install flashing kit. 7. Re-lay surrounding tiles/slates. 8. Internal finishing trim. 9. Test opening mechanism. 10. Guarantee.
Over the past two decades, we have completed thousands of skylight & velux installation jobs across Hackney and the wider East London area. That experience means we understand the specific challenges Hackney properties face — from the housing stock and the materials used in their construction, to the local climate conditions and the most common failure patterns. When you choose us, you are not getting a roofer who will learn on your roof — you are getting a team that has already solved your exact problem dozens of times before on the same type of property in the same postcode.
Our 163 verified five-star reviews speak for themselves. Each one represents a Hackney homeowner who trusted us with their roof and was happy enough to leave public feedback. We do not offer incentives for reviews — every one is genuine. That track record of customer satisfaction is something no amount of advertising can replicate.
We are fully insured with £5 million public liability cover, registered with the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), and provide a written 10-year workmanship guarantee on every job. Our quotes are detailed, itemised, and fixed — the price we quote is the price you pay, with no hidden extras, no surprise charges, and no pressure to proceed.
Ready to get your skylight & velux installation sorted in Hackney? Call 0203 441 9626 now for a free, no-obligation quote. We answer 7 days a week, 8am to 6pm, with 24/7 emergency cover.
Call 0203 441 9626 for a free skylight & velux installation quote in Hackney. No call-out fee, no obligation.
“They repaired the flat roof on our maisonette in the Five Elms Estate. Three layers of torch-on felt with proper upstands and new outlets. First dry winter in six years.”
“Roof inspection for insurance purposes after subsidence claim in Plaistow. Detailed report with photos, measurements, and recommended repairs. Insurance accepted it first time.”
“Warehouse conversion in Shoreditch with a nightmare butterfly roof leak. Two other roofers could not find it. These guys traced it to a failed internal valley in thirty minutes and had it fixed by the end of the day.”
Costs depend on the scope of work. Velux window supply + fit (standard): £800 – £1,200. Skylight replacement (existing opening): £600 – £1,000. We provide free, detailed written quotes. Call 0203 441 9626.
Standard work: 2–5 working days from quote acceptance. Emergency: same day, 24/7. We aim to be on-site in Hackney within 1–2 hours for emergencies. Call 0203 441 9626.
Yes. 10-year written workmanship guarantee on all skylight & velux installation in Hackney. Material guarantees of up to 25 years depending on the product. Written certificates provided on completion.
163 verified five-star reviews. 10-year guarantee. Fully insured (£5m). No call-out fee. NFRC registered. We know Hackney’s housing stock inside out — we have been working on these roofs for 20+ years.
24/7 emergency service across Hackney (E8, E5, E9). Storm damage, leaks, structural failures. Call 0203 441 9626 any time, day or night.
We cover Hackney and all nearby areas including Dalston, Clapton, Homerton, Stoke Newington. Full East London coverage. Call 0203 441 9626 to check your postcode.
£5 million public liability insurance. Employer’s liability. Professional indemnity. NFRC registered. Certificates provided on request before any work begins.
No call-out fees. No obligation. Just an honest quote from a local Hackney roofer who’ll turn up when they say they will.
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