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Aluminium roof lanterns in Essex

Whether you are in Southend-on-Sea or elsewhere in Essex, the process is the same: configure your lantern, get a guide price, then a fixed quote and a delivery date.

AreaEssex

NationEngland

Towns listed22

Guide price from£1,295

Configure and price Call 0800 088 6248

Get a price in Essex

Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.

Choosing aluminium roof lanterns in Essex

Slim, strong, thermally broken frames in powder-coated colours.

Across Essex, the shortest day brings around 7h 48m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 61.7° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

Slim bars for more glass and sky
Larger sizes than uPVC can reach
Thermally broken aluminium frames
Won't rot, warp or need painting

Delivery and fitting in Essex

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Aluminium roof lantern prices

What aluminium roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):

Aluminium roof lantern prices
Kerb size	Roof area	Guide price	Configure
1000 × 1500 mm	1.50 m²	£1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from	Configure
1000 × 2000 mm	2.00 m²	£1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from	Configure
1500 × 2000 mm	3.00 m²	£1,995–£2,295£1,662 ex VAT from	Configure
1500 × 2500 mm	3.75 m²	£2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from	Configure
2000 × 3000 mm	6.00 m²	£3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from	Configure
2000 × 4000 mm	8.00 m²	£4,095–£4,795£3,412 ex VAT from	Configure

Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.

Planning and building regulations in Essex

In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.

Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.

Building regulations are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.

Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal

Aluminium roof lanterns in Essex: questions

Do aluminium lanterns get cold and drip?

Thermally broken frames are designed to reduce cold bridging. Condensation can still form if a room is very humid and poorly ventilated, which is why kitchens and bathrooms need extract ventilation.

Can I paint an aluminium lantern later?

It can be repainted with suitable systems, but it is far better to choose the right powder-coated colour at the start.

Is aluminium recyclable?

Yes, aluminium can be recycled repeatedly. Ask your local waste site about the glass and seals, which are handled separately.

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Essex?

Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.