Large roof lanterns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Buy large roof lanterns for homes and building projects anywhere in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. See guide prices below, then get a fixed written quote for your size, glass and colours.
Get a price in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.
Choosing large roof lanterns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Lanterns of three metres and more for open-plan extensions, with intermediate rafters.
Across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, the shortest day brings around 6h 38m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 56.1° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.
- Solar-control glass recommended
- Intermediate rafters carry the larger glass
- Lengths from about three to six metres
- Fitting can be quoted on request
Delivery and fitting in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Delivery to mainland postcodes here is priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order. Some districts, such as AB32, are Highlands, islands or remote postcodes and are delivered by arrangement.
Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.
Large roof lantern prices
What large roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 3000 mm | 4.50 m² | £2,595–£2,995£2,162 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,095–£4,795£3,412 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2500 × 4000 mm | 10.00 m² | £4,895–£5,695£4,079 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 3000 × 4000 mm | 12.00 m² | £5,695–£6,595£4,746 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 Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Scottish building standards, including Section 6 on energy, apply here, and a building warrant is normally needed for extensions and structural alterations.
Householder permitted development in Scotland has its own rules, and listed buildings and conservation areas need extra care.
Building regulations are checked by your local authority building standards (verifier) service. Some like-for-like replacement work does not need a building warrant but must still meet the building standards. Your council's building standards service can confirm.
Sources: Building standards technical handbooks, gov.scot · Do I need planning permission?, mygov.scot
Large roof lanterns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire: questions
What is the biggest roof lantern you can supply?
It depends on the range. Some go to about 6 m by 4 m with intermediate rafters. Send us your kerb size and we will confirm what can be made.
Does a large lantern need structural calculations?
The roof structure around it usually does. Your engineer or building control body will want the lantern's weight and the opening size.
How is a large lantern delivered?
On pallets, usually with the frame and glass packed separately. The heaviest single item is normally a glass unit, which needs two or more people to lift safely.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Your local authority building standards (verifier) service. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.