Edinburgh and the Lothians
Roof lanterns and rooflights for rear extensions in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Lanterns, flat rooflights and walk-on glass that bring light deep into the plan. We design and build rear extensions across Edinburgh and the Lothians, from Edinburgh and Livingston to Musselburgh, covering single-storey kitchen extensions, two-storey additions, side returns and wraparounds.
Rear extensions in Edinburgh and the Lothians gain most from a rooflight placed against the old back wall, where the room would otherwise be darkest. Edinburgh and the Lothians has sandstone villas and terraces, post-war semis and four-in-a-block flats. Flats need planning permission for an extension, and every project needs a building warrant before work starts.
What does it cost in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
As a guide, £2,200–£4,500 including VAT. Ground conditions, glazing, the roof and how far the house is opened up move the final figure within the range.
What approvals does it need in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Insulation and glazing follow Section 6 of the Scottish Technical Handbook; the building warrant drawings show how the extension meets it.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Where in Edinburgh and the Lothians do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Lantern or flat rooflight?
A lantern gives height and a feature; a flat rooflight is cleaner and lower-profile.
Can a rooflight open?
Yes, manually or electrically, with rain sensors.
Will it leak?
Not when fitted on a proper upstand with the membrane dressed up it.
Do you cover all of Edinburgh and the Lothians?
We cover 14 towns and districts in Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.