Contemporary roof lanterns in Ely
From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote contemporary roof lanterns for Ely homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.
Price a contemporary roof lantern for Ely
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Contemporary roof lanterns for Ely homes
Slim frames, fewer bars and a lower profile for a cleaner view of the sky.
Winter daylight in Ely lasts about 7h 40m, against 16h 49m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Slim frames and fewer glazing bars
- Larger glass units between bars
- Lower profile from the garden
Delivery and fitting in Ely
We confirm the delivery cost and date for CB7 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Ely before quoting.
Delivery to CB7 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Contemporary roof lantern prices for Ely
Typical guide prices for contemporary roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,095–£2,495£1,746 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,495–£2,895£2,079 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,495–£4,095£2,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,395–£5,095£3,662 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 Ely
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.
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 Ely 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 Ely
Is a contemporary lantern the same as a flat rooflight?
No. A contemporary lantern still has sloping glass and a ridge or apex; it simply has slimmer frames and fewer bars. A flat rooflight is a single, nearly flat pane of glass on an upstand.
Are contemporary lanterns weaker?
They are engineered for the sizes they are sold in. That is exactly why their maximum sizes are often smaller: the frame is slimmer, so each range has its own limits.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Ely?
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 Ely?
With the midsummer sun about 61.0° high at noon, roof glass in Ely gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.