Roof Lanterns in Basingstoke (RG21)

Roof lanterns in Basingstoke

Whether your Basingstoke extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.

Postcode districtRG21

AreaHampshire

Shortest-day daylight7h 52m

Midsummer noon sun62.2°

Daylight in Basingstoke

At 51.26°N, Basingstoke sees roughly 7h 52m of daylight in late December and 16h 36m 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 Basingstoke

We confirm the delivery cost and date for RG21 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.

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

Delivery to RG21 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Basingstoke

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Basingstoke
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 Basingstoke

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.

Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.

Building regulations in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke

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

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.

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Basingstoke?

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 you deliver roof lanterns to Basingstoke?

Yes. Delivery to Basingstoke (RG21) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Basingstoke?

With the midsummer sun about 62.2° high at noon, roof glass in Basingstoke gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.