Aluminium roof lanterns in Cirencester
Looking for an aluminium roof lantern in Cirencester? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to GL7 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price an aluminium roof lantern for Cirencester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Aluminium roof lanterns for Cirencester homes
Slim, strong, thermally broken frames in powder-coated colours.
Winter daylight in Cirencester lasts about 7h 47m, against 16h 41m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Durable powder-coated finish
- Larger sizes than uPVC can reach
- Thermally broken aluminium frames
Delivery and fitting in Cirencester
We confirm the delivery cost and date for GL7 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Cirencester can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to GL7 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Aluminium roof lantern prices for Cirencester
What aluminium roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
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 Cirencester
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 in Cirencester 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 Cirencester
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.
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Cirencester?
With the midsummer sun about 61.7° high at noon, roof glass in Cirencester gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Cirencester?
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.