Roof Lanterns in Thatcham (RG18) | Buy Roof Lanterns

Roof lanterns in Thatcham

Planning an extension in Thatcham? A roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.

Postcode districtRG18

AreaBerkshire

Shortest-day daylight7h 51m

Midsummer noon sun62.0°

Daylight in Thatcham

At 51.4°N, Thatcham sees roughly 7h 51m of daylight in late December and 16h 37m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.

Delivery and fitting in Thatcham

We confirm the delivery cost and date for RG18 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.

Fitting in Thatcham can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.

Delivery to RG18 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Thatcham

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Thatcham
Kerb size	Roof area	Guide price	Configure
1200 × 1200 mm	1.44 m²	£1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from	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

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 Thatcham

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.

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 Thatcham 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

Roof lantern questions from Thatcham

Can you fit a roof lantern in Thatcham?

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.

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Thatcham?

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 Thatcham?

With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Thatcham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Thatcham?

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.