Aluminium roof lanterns in Chelmsford
Buy aluminium roof lanterns for homes in Chelmsford and across Essex. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your CM1 address.
Price an aluminium roof lantern for Chelmsford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Aluminium roof lanterns for Chelmsford homes
Slim, strong, thermally broken frames in powder-coated colours.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 61.7° high over Chelmsford, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Won't rot, warp or need painting
- Thermally broken aluminium frames
- Larger sizes than uPVC can reach
Delivery and fitting in Chelmsford
Delivery to CM1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Chelmsford can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to CM1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Aluminium roof lantern prices for Chelmsford
What aluminium roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 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 for Chelmsford
For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.
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 in Chelmsford 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
Questions from Chelmsford
Will the colour fade?
Polyester powder coatings are designed for outdoor use and hold their colour well. Coastal sites benefit from occasional washing to remove salt deposits.
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Chelmsford?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Chelmsford?
With the midsummer sun about 61.7° high at noon, roof glass in Chelmsford gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.