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Rooflights: What Are U Values and Why Are They Important?

Increasingly, new build projects as well as existing buildings are maximising the use of natural light together with the thermal properties of modern glass, to create a revolution in how we look at heat retention and accessing light sources.

When you consider the costs involved in paying for artificial light and heat, especially at a time when energy prices are soaring so significantly, rethinking our approach to and reliance on these basic needs makes a lot of sense.

A U value tells us how much heat is lost from a building through different elements, such as windows, walls and floors.

It is a measurement of heat transference, also known as the “overall heat transfer co-efficient“, meaning the higher the number value, the more heat is being lost, and the less environmentally friendly the building is. A lower value therefore indicates greater insulating properties and is more energy efficient.

EOS75 rooflight cross section with insulated upstand

Calculating the U Value

 

The U value of a building element is calculated by working out heat loss for each component of the building. This is determined by the material used, its thickness, and its positioning.

Current building regulations in England and Wales allow for all non-domestic applications, the worst acceptable standard for the thermal performance (U-value) of rooflights in the new part L building regulation is 1.6 W/m2k for domestic and 1.8 W/m2k for Commercial.

Rooflights are made up of a number of different component materials that each have different properties when it comes to heat transference. Therefore, to find out the U value of this type of element, a number of factors need to be determined.

It is simply not enough to state the glass centre pane U value of the glass unit as this does not represent the U value of the entire rooflight product.

Equally, thermal comparisons between competing rooflight products can only be made when U values for the whole rooflight are considered. A poorly designed triple glazed rooflight product may in fact perform worse than a well-designed double glazed product albeit the centre pane U value of the triple glazed glass unit may be better than that of the double glazed glass unit.

Energy Effecient Rooflights.

Energy efficiency is at the core of our product range at EOS, each of our rooflights boasts U Values significantly lower than current and future building regulations. Our standard fixed products boast a 0.97 W/m2K U Value whereas our EOS triple glazed is able to get as low as 0.65Wmk system U Value.

In fact our U values are so low that official building standards permit you to increase the amount of glass within your roof area.

So, as well as flooding a building with daylight to naturally enhance the indoor environment, EOS rooflights ensure green energy efficiency by reducing the need for CO2-emitting artificial lighting, whilst guaranteeing that heat isn’t lost unnecessarily.

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 For green efficient skylights with low U Values, speak to the EOS Rooflights team today.

Contact our team

If you have any questions, would like a bespoke price or want to enquire about our installation service. Give us a call or drop an email:

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315 Reviews

Anonymous

Easy to deal with, the pricing was great and delivery of 5 skylights was quick and stress free. One small problem was quickly resolved, great company.

Posted 3 months ago

Justin David Davis

Great product despatched and delivered very quickly

Posted 3 months ago

Anonymous

Great rooflights

Posted 3 months ago

Anonymous

Recently purchased an electric roof light from EOS. Very happy with the finished product, study and functions very well. It also looks very stylish. I received excellent customer service from EOS at all stages, they couldn't have been more helpful. Highly recommended.

Posted 4 months ago

Anonymous

Great Rooflights , simple to fit and swift delivery, many Thanks

Posted 5 months ago

Liam Grenander

Very professional customer support / sales team. Dealt with our roof light enquiry quickly and kept me updated on transit and delivery. Will be purchasing roof lights from them again when our projects require them.

Posted 5 months ago

Brad Lander - Bailand Construction Ltd

EOS Rooflights were knowledgable in their field, very helpful and the products (Roof Lantern and Flat glass roof lights) were of a good quality. The Roof lights were easily installed and full installation instructions were supplied for those who are installing for the first time. Would recommend.

Posted 5 months ago

A Memet

Very efficient with processing my order and delivery. I ordered a 3M roof lantern and a smaller flat roof light. Both were simple to install on my own upstands and they both look great. My only negative was the cost was a lot for what they are but I don’t think eos are excessively expensive, I think the roof lanterns themselves are what’s pricey. Anyhow I’m happy 😃

Posted 9 months ago

Leo

EOS were brilliant all through the consultation/sales process and delivery. The skylight looks great and works a treat with the electronic switch. Their after-care support was also very helpful and patient when we mistakenly thought we had an issue. Would highly recommend them.

Posted 9 months ago

Jonathan Tregidga Buyer at Legacy

As a company we have used EOS for some time. We use the EOS Rooflight Flexi Lid product a lot and also the EOS Smoke Vent Rooflight AOV on our projects. We cannot fault the company for the service, communication and value for money.

Posted 10 months ago

Tom

Excellent products, great customer service and post sales support! Unfortunately the courier damaged our roof lights slightly, however EOS went above and beyond to rectify! Special mention to Natalie O’Hara in ops, she was so helpful, prompt and a real pleasure to deal with! Highly recommend EOS!

Posted 10 months ago

Anonymous

Great delivery, great product. Really helpful customer service to organise the delivery of the rooflight

Posted 1 year ago

Wayne

My Eos rooflight turned up on time as always, simple to install and looks great, throws so much light into what was a dark space, the quality of the rooflight is amazing, I will continue buying from Eos in the future,

Posted 1 year ago

Clive Woodford

The rooflights are a key feature externally of the property as they are prominent on the flat roof. They are angled by 15 degrees to allow the south facing sun to enter the house maximising natural light and also utilising any solar gain. The majority are triple glazed, with a couple of larger opening lights being double glazed. Internally they provide so much light and the light shafts are a characteristic of the internal architecture given that there are 15 within the house. The ordering and supply process was straightforward and installing them worked well with the pre-made upstands. All in all a very satisfactory and successful decision to select Eos rooflights.

Posted 1 year ago

Mr Jones

I was after rooflights with laminated glass and of good quality! I contacted EOS after seeing and viewing their products. They fitted the requirements. The service was first rate, nothing was a problem and the drawings to work before delivery excellent. Would highly recommend.

Posted 1 year ago

Matt Wilson

Great quality rooflight, delivery was as planned and on time. We will be using this company again.

Posted 1 year ago

Dave R

Professional and friendly throughout. Delivery was prompt and product is great.

Posted 1 year ago

Mr J Tregidga Buyer (Legacy Construction)

As always the service was excellent. Item was installed and gave us the finish that we expected and is a quality product to go with our quality development. EOS never seem to deliver on quality and in service

Posted 1 year ago

Chris Law

Most importantly, a brilliant product - we are absolutely delighted. On top of that, great customer service and excellent price.

Posted 1 year ago

Anonymous

Great communication and customer service. Lovely staff, all willing to help. Delivery was swift and hassle free. Awesome rooflight. Great feature to our ongoing project. If I needed another rooflight, I would definitely use EOS again.

Posted 1 year ago

Anonymous

Excellent customer service and advice and top quality product. Thank you

Posted 1 year ago