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Contemporary roof lanterns in Greater Manchester

Whether you are in Manchester or elsewhere in Greater Manchester, the process is the same: configure your lantern, get a guide price, then a fixed quote and a delivery date.

AreaGreater Manchester

NationEngland

Towns listed41

Guide price from£1,395

Configure and price Call 0800 088 6248

Get a price in Greater Manchester

Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.

Choosing contemporary roof lanterns in Greater Manchester

Slim frames, fewer bars and a lower profile for a cleaner view of the sky.

Across Greater Manchester, the shortest day brings around 7h 28m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 59.9° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

Ideal for modern rendered extensions
Larger glass units between bars
More sky, less frame from inside
Slim frames and fewer glazing bars

Delivery and fitting in Greater Manchester

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Contemporary roof lantern prices

Guide prices for common contemporary roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:

Contemporary roof lantern prices
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
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 in Greater Manchester

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 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

Contemporary roof lanterns in Greater Manchester: questions

Can I have a contemporary lantern in white?

Yes, though most buyers choose grey or black because the slimmer frame is the point and dark frames disappear against the sky.

Do contemporary lanterns cost more?

Usually a little more per size than a standard range, because the bigger glass units cost more to make and handle.

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.

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Greater Manchester?

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 Greater Manchester.