BT23 · County Down

Roof lanterns in Newtownards

Planning an extension in Newtownards? 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 districtBT23

AreaCounty Down

Shortest-day daylight7h 15m

Midsummer noon sun58.8°

Configure and price Call 0800 088 6248

Price a lantern for Newtownards

Postcode and kerb size first, then your details.

Daylight in Newtownards

Winter daylight in Newtownards lasts about 7h 15m, against 17h 17m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.

Delivery and fitting in Newtownards

Delivery to BT23 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.

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

Delivery to Northern Ireland is by arrangement: we confirm the carrier, any sea-freight charge and the date on your quote before you order.

Guide prices for Newtownards

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

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

Energy standards for lanterns in Northern Ireland come from the Building Regulations (NI) 2012 and Technical Booklet F1.

Permitted development is set by the Planning (General Permitted Development) Order (NI) 2015, with planning handled by your district council.

Building regulations in Newtownards are checked by your district council's building control service. Replacement and new rooflights are controlled work in most cases. Your council's building control service will confirm whether an application is needed.

Sources: Building Regulations, Department of Finance NI · Planning permission: when to apply, nidirect

Roof lantern questions from Newtownards

Can you fit a roof lantern in Newtownards?

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.

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Newtownards?

Your district council's building control service. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Newtownards?

Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for BT23.

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Newtownards?

With the midsummer sun about 58.8° high at noon, roof glass in Newtownards gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.