Rooflight Replacement
Rooflights allow natural light to enter a building and illuminate it, helping it feel more spacious and vibrant. Rooflight replacement is necessary when weather and other factors have damaged them over time. This is important, as faulty and ageing rooflights deliver poor thermal performance, cause leaks and result in insufficient light levels. Central Group provides rooflight replacement services with limited disruptions to your daily operations to help you brighten your building.
A skylight repair also helps with preventing water ingress, enhancing natural daylight levels and increasing internal comfort. The experts at Central can replace many types of rooflights including GRP profiled rooflights, PVC profiled rooflights, domed rooflights and Georgian wired glazing.
Examples of our Rooflight Renewal work
Efficient Rooflight Replacement for Better Performance
A new rooflight distributes light more evenly than one that’s been damaged. It also helps reduce glare and manage solar gain more effectively, creating a brighter internal environment while supporting improved energy efficiency across the building. Central Group can specify and deliver complete rooflight replacement works, ensuring the correct solution is selected for each building type and use.
Upgrading rooflights can also support lower energy consumption by improving insulation and maximising usable daylight, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and heating systems. Where many rooflights are being refurbished, upgrades should align with current Building Regulations to ensure compliance and improved long-term performance.
Central has installed specialist rooflight systems across industrial, commercial and public sector buildings. The team is experienced in specifying a wide range of products designed to resolve complex detailing and performance requirements.
South Wigston School
Feature Case Study
South Wigston High School in Leicester is an 11-16 school, focused on success for all. A condition survey found that on all the 17 flat roofs the original waterproofing was failing and urgent refurbishment was required. Three different types of existing roof coverings needed to be addressed felt, asphalt and BUR.
Benefits of Rooflight Repair
A rooflight renewal provides many benefits to commercial and industrial buildings with flat roofs.
- A new rooflight increases natural light in a building, allowing spaces to feel more open
- Getting your rooflight replaced can also help with reducing energy consumption, as new rooflights perform better at maintaining thermal energy
- It can also help enhance safety by preventing leaks, which are a common issue in damaged rooflights that require replacing
Skylight Repair in Areas Across the UK
The specialists at Central Group provide rooflight replacements all across the UK. We cover Birmingham, Bristol, Hereford, Bridgend, Manchester, Edinburgh, Carmarthen and Newport and the South East and London. Find the local team closest to you for a rooflight repair to improve safety, lighting and thermal performance.
Choose Central Group for your Rooflight Replacements
Central brings over 40 years of experience to rooflight replacements across the UK. With strong accreditations and rigorous health and safety standards, every project is delivered compliantly and professionally. A robust quality management approach ensures consistent workmanship nationwide. Supported by a network of up to 700 vetted contractors across specialist industries, Central has the scale, expertise and governance to deliver high-performing rooflight replacements wherever they are needed.
Accreditations that our branches hold
FAQs
What is the life expectancy of a rooflight?
The life expectancy of a rooflight can range anywhere between 10 and 30 years. The longevity will depend on the materials, installation quality and maintenance. Materials such as GRP (fibreglass) can last anywhere between 13-30 years on average, while uPVC can last 10-25 years. So, it’s important to schedule occasional maintenance to extend its lifespan.
How much does a rooflight cost?
The cost of a rooflight depends on the scale and specification. For more information, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Can rooflights be replaced while the building remains operational?
Yes, rooflight replacements can typically be completed with minimal disruption to on-site operations, allowing your business to continue running as usual.
