What helps roof windows last with Brumshield Roofing and Building
Light planned to suit
Window size and position follow room use, roof pitch, access and the light you want.
Roof integration done right
Correct flashing and reinstated coverings keep the opening weather-tight.
Neat finish around the frame
We insulate and make good the opening so the new light does not come with rough edges.
Bring daylight into the room below the roof
A roof window can make a loft conversion feel like part of your home, rather than the dark space. A Velux roof window brings in natural light and can improve ventilation in a loft room, conversion or any space sitting beneath a pitched roof. The right window depends on more than just the gap between rafters, though. We look at the roof pitch, the room's use, the level of light you want and how easy the window needs to be to open and clean. With Brumshield Roofing and Building, the planning stage matters because good daylight is brilliant, but good daylight with a well-integrated roof opening is better.
Flashed, insulated and finished properly
The installation itself needs careful detailing around the opening, not just a neat rectangle in the roof. We size and assess the area, form the opening, fit the window, use the correct flashing system, reinstate the roof coverings and insulate around the frame before making good internally. Choosing our roofers means the window sits securely within the roof seamlessly, and the finished result brings in light and air without creating a weak point in the weatherproofing.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Velux window go in any roof?
It needs a pitched roof with suitable conditions for the chosen window. We assess the roof pitch, available rafter space, the room below and how you want to use the window before confirming the best position and size. The survey decides what fits properly, not guesswork.
How do you stop a roof window leaking?
The key is correct roof integration. We use the right flashing system for the roof, fit the window securely, reinstate the surrounding coverings and insulate around the opening. A roof window should bring in light and air, not introduce a weak point in the weatherproofing.
Will the inside be finished neatly?
Yes, the internal opening is part of the job. Once the window is fitted and the roof is made weather-tight, we make good around the frame so the opening is insulated and finished neatly. That is what turns a hole in the roof into a usable window.