Roof Lanterns in Melksham (SN12) | Buy Roof Lanterns

Roof lanterns in Melksham

Whether your Melksham 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 districtSN12

AreaWiltshire

Shortest-day daylight7h 51m

Midsummer noon sun62.1°

Daylight in Melksham

Winter daylight in Melksham lasts about 7h 51m, against 16h 37m 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 Melksham

Your quote includes delivery to Melksham at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.

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

Delivery to SN12 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Guide prices for Melksham

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Melksham
Kerb size	Roof area	Guide price	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
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 Melksham

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 Melksham 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 Melksham

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Melksham?

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 SN12.

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

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 Melksham?

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.

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Melksham?

With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in Melksham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.