Contemporary roof lanterns in Shepherds Bush
Choosing a contemporary roof lantern for a house in Shepherds Bush? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to W12.
Price a contemporary roof lantern for Shepherds Bush
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Contemporary roof lanterns for Shepherds Bush homes
Slim frames, fewer bars and a lower profile for a cleaner view of the sky.
On the shortest day Shepherds Bush gets about 7h 49m of daylight, with the sun only 15.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Lower profile from the garden
- Slim frames and fewer glazing bars
- Ideal for modern rendered extensions
Delivery and fitting in Shepherds Bush
Delivery to W12 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Shepherds Bush can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to W12 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Contemporary roof lantern prices for Shepherds Bush
Typical guide prices for contemporary roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,395–£1,695£1,162 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,695–£1,995£1,412 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,095–£2,495£1,746 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 Shepherds Bush
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 Shepherds Bush 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 Shepherds Bush
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 Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush?
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.