Roof Lanterns in Barnet (EN5) | Buy Roof Lanterns

Roof lanterns in Barnet

From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote roof lanterns for Barnet homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.

Postcode districtEN5

AreaGreater London

Shortest-day daylight7h 48m

Midsummer noon sun61.8°

Daylight in Barnet

In midsummer the noon sun stands about 61.8° high over Barnet, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.

Delivery and fitting in Barnet

Delivery to EN5 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.

If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for EN5 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.

Delivery to EN5 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Barnet

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Barnet
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
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

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 Barnet

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.

Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.

Building regulations in Barnet 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 Barnet

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Barnet?

With the midsummer sun about 61.8° high at noon, roof glass in Barnet gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.

Do you deliver roof lanterns to Barnet?

Yes. Delivery to Barnet (EN5) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Barnet?

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 Barnet?

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.