Bespoke roof lanterns in Lowestoft
Looking for a bespoke roof lantern in Lowestoft? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to NR32 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price a bespoke roof lantern for Lowestoft
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Bespoke roof lanterns for Lowestoft homes
Made to your exact kerb size, including long, gable-ended and L-shaped designs.
Winter daylight in Lowestoft lasts about 7h 39m, against 16h 50m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Approval drawing before manufacture
- Fixed price confirmed before ordering
- Made to your exact external kerb size
Delivery and fitting in Lowestoft
We confirm the delivery cost and date for NR32 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Lowestoft can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to NR32 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Bespoke roof lantern prices for Lowestoft
Typical guide prices for bespoke roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,095–£4,795£3,412 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 Lowestoft
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 Lowestoft 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
Questions from Lowestoft
Do bespoke lanterns cost much more?
For simple rectangles the premium over a stock size is usually modest. Special shapes cost more because each one is engineered individually.
Can I return a bespoke lantern?
No. Goods made to your specification are excluded from the 14-day cancellation right under the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Your other legal rights, for example if the lantern is faulty, are not affected.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Lowestoft?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Lowestoft?
With the midsummer sun about 61.0° high at noon, roof glass in Lowestoft gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.