WN8 · Lancashire

Roof lanterns in Skelmersdale

Planning an extension in Skelmersdale? 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 districtWN8

AreaLancashire

Shortest-day daylight7h 27m

Midsummer noon sun59.9°

Configure and price Call 0800 088 6248

Price a lantern for Skelmersdale

Postcode and kerb size first, then your details.

Daylight in Skelmersdale

In midsummer the noon sun stands about 59.9° high over Skelmersdale, 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 Skelmersdale

Delivery to WN8 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.

Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Skelmersdale before quoting.

Delivery to WN8 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Skelmersdale

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Skelmersdale
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 Skelmersdale

England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.

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 Skelmersdale 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 Skelmersdale

Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Skelmersdale?

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.

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Skelmersdale?

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 WN8.

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

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.

Can you fit a roof lantern in Skelmersdale?

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.