The "premium" designation is assigned to skylights that use superior materials, the highest-quality glazing and refined construction techniques. These skylights are intended to get the most from performance, energy efficiency, durability and aesthetic value.

In most cases, premium skylights use a better grade of glass, better seals and stronger frames built from tough, resilient materials. As such, they will typically do a slightly better job of reducing heat transfer and will likely last several years longer than standard skylights.

In most cases, premium skylights use a better grade of glass, better seals and stronger frames built from tough, resilient materials. As such, they will typically do a slightly better job of reducing heat transfer and will likely last several years longer than standard skylights.

Significantly is probably not the right word, but it is likely a premium skylight may have a bit more to offer in the realm of energy efficiency.

No skylight that is professionally installed by an experienced contractor should leak. So as long as you have your premium skylights installed by a contractor with a proven track record, leaks should not be a problem in the short or long-term.

Many premium skylights will offer integrated blinds and rain sensors as standard fare. Some will also offer integrated electronic opening systems and smart-home compatibility.

In most cases, you should enjoy several more years of life from premium skylights as opposed to standard skylights. That longevity is a function of the high-quality materials used, as well as the quality of the engineering.

Whether you need planning permission is not a function of whether the skylight is premium or standard. If the premium skylight will protrude above the established high point of the roof, you may need planning permission. In addition, if the home is a Listed home or is located in a conservation area, it is a practical certainty that you will need planning permission.

In most cases, yes. It is reasonable to expect your premium skylights to do a better job when the rain becomes torrential and the wind picks up to gale force. Premium skylights are also more likely to be unbothered by extreme temperature swings.

At this time, we are unable to offer a skylight installation service.