Large roof lanterns in Leicester
Buy large roof lanterns for homes in Leicester and across Leicestershire. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your LE1 address.
Price a large roof lantern for Leicester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Large roof lanterns for Leicester homes
Lanterns of three metres and more for open-plan extensions, with intermediate rafters.
Winter daylight in Leicester lasts about 7h 38m, against 16h 52m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Delivered as a frame kit with glass
- Lengths from about three to six metres
- Solar-control glass recommended
Delivery and fitting in Leicester
We confirm the delivery cost and date for LE1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Leicester can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to LE1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Large roof lantern prices for Leicester
Guide prices for common large roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 for Leicester
For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Leicester 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 Leicester
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Leicester?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Leicester?
With the midsummer sun about 60.8° high at noon, roof glass in Leicester gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.