Large roof lanterns in Stornoway
Whether your Stornoway extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a large roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a large roof lantern for Stornoway
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Large roof lanterns for Stornoway homes
Lanterns of three metres and more for open-plan extensions, with intermediate rafters.
On the shortest day Stornoway gets about 6h 24m of daylight, with the sun only 8.4° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Fitting can be quoted on request
- Delivered as a frame kit with glass
- Lengths from about three to six metres
Delivery and fitting in Stornoway
We confirm the delivery cost and date for HS1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Stornoway can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to HS1 is by arrangement, as it falls in a Highlands, islands or remote postcode district. We confirm the cost and date on your quote before you order.
Large roof lantern prices for Stornoway
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 |
| 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 Stornoway
Here the Building (Scotland) Regulations and the domestic Technical Handbook set the standards, with a building warrant usually required for extension work.
Your council will confirm whether your lantern is permitted development under Scotland's rules, particularly for listed buildings.
Building regulations in Stornoway 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
Questions from Stornoway
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.
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Stornoway?
With the midsummer sun about 55.2° high at noon, roof glass in Stornoway gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Stornoway?
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.