Large roof lanterns in Canning Town
We supply large roof lanterns to Canning Town (E16) and the rest of Greater London: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a large roof lantern for Canning Town
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Large roof lanterns for Canning Town homes
Lanterns of three metres and more for open-plan extensions, with intermediate rafters.
Winter daylight in Canning Town lasts about 7h 49m, against 16h 38m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Intermediate rafters carry the larger glass
- Lengths from about three to six metres
- Solar-control glass recommended
Delivery and fitting in Canning Town
Your quote includes delivery to Canning Town 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 Canning Town before quoting.
Delivery to E16 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Large roof lantern prices for Canning Town
Typical guide prices for large roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 |
| 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 for Canning Town
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.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Canning Town 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 Canning Town
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Canning Town?
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Canning Town?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.