Contemporary roof lanterns in New Milton
Whether your New Milton extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a contemporary roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a contemporary roof lantern for New Milton
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Contemporary roof lanterns for New Milton homes
Slim frames, fewer bars and a lower profile for a cleaner view of the sky.
Winter daylight in New Milton lasts about 7h 57m, against 16h 30m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Larger glass units between bars
- Slim frames and fewer glazing bars
- More sky, less frame from inside
Delivery and fitting in New Milton
Your quote includes delivery to New Milton at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in New Milton before quoting.
Delivery to BH25 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Contemporary roof lantern prices for New Milton
Typical guide prices for contemporary roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
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 New Milton
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.
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 New Milton 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 New Milton
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in New Milton?
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 New Milton?
With the midsummer sun about 62.7° high at noon, roof glass in New Milton gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.