SK11 · Cheshire

Roof lanterns in Macclesfield

Buy roof lanterns for homes in Macclesfield and across Cheshire. 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 SK11 address.

Postcode districtSK11

AreaCheshire

Shortest-day daylight7h 31m

Midsummer noon sun60.2°

Configure and price Call 0800 088 6248

Price a lantern for Macclesfield

Postcode and kerb size first, then your details.

Daylight in Macclesfield

At 53.26°N, Macclesfield sees roughly 7h 31m of daylight in late December and 16h 59m 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 Macclesfield

We confirm the delivery cost and date for SK11 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.

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

Delivery to SK11 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Macclesfield

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Macclesfield
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 Macclesfield

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 Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Macclesfield?

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.

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

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 Macclesfield?

With the midsummer sun about 60.2° high at noon, roof glass in Macclesfield gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.

Can you fit a roof lantern in Macclesfield?

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.