Flat rooflights in South Croydon
Whether your South Croydon extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a flat rooflight to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a flat rooflight for South Croydon
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Flat rooflights for South Croydon homes
A single near-flat pane on an upstand: minimal, low and discreet.
On the shortest day South Croydon gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Single glazed unit with a slight fall
- Very low profile from outside
- Minimal, frameless-looking from inside
Delivery and fitting in South Croydon
Delivery to CR2 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in South Croydon before quoting.
Delivery to CR2 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Flat rooflight prices for South Croydon
What flat rooflights cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1000 mm | 1.00 m² | £595–£695£496 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 1.44 m² | £695–£845£579 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £695–£845£579 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £845–£995£704 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 South Croydon
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.
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 South Croydon 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 South Croydon
Are flat rooflights cheaper than lanterns?
Usually, size for size. They use one glass unit and a simple frame.
Can I walk on a flat rooflight?
Only if it is a walk-on rooflight designed for foot traffic. Standard rooflights are not designed to be walked on.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in South Croydon?
With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in South Croydon gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in South Croydon?
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.