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Roof lanterns in Guildford

Whether your Guildford 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 districtGU1

AreaSurrey

Shortest-day daylight7h 52m

Midsummer noon sun62.2°

Daylight in Guildford

In midsummer the noon sun stands about 62.2° high over Guildford, 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 Guildford

We confirm the delivery cost and date for GU1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.

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

Delivery to GU1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Guildford

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Guildford
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 Guildford

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 Guildford 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 Guildford

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Guildford?

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 GU1.

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Guildford?

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

Do you deliver roof lanterns to Guildford?

Yes. Delivery to Guildford (GU1) 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 Guildford?

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.