Aluminium roof lanterns in Battersea
Choosing an aluminium roof lantern for a house in Battersea? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to SW11.
Price an aluminium roof lantern for Battersea
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Aluminium roof lanterns for Battersea homes
Slim, strong, thermally broken frames in powder-coated colours.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 62.0° high over Battersea, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Slim bars for more glass and sky
- Thermally broken aluminium frames
- Larger sizes than uPVC can reach
Delivery and fitting in Battersea
Your quote includes delivery to Battersea at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Battersea can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to SW11 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Aluminium roof lantern prices for Battersea
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 |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 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 Battersea
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.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Battersea 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 Battersea
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Battersea?
Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Battersea?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Battersea gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.