Large roof lanterns in Forres
We supply large roof lanterns to Forres (IV36) and the rest of Moray: 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 Forres
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Large roof lanterns for Forres homes
Lanterns of three metres and more for open-plan extensions, with intermediate rafters.
Winter daylight in Forres lasts about 6h 33m, against 18h 04m 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
- Delivered as a frame kit with glass
- Approximate weight given with your quote
Delivery and fitting in Forres
Your quote includes delivery to Forres at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Forres can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to IV36 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 Forres
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 |
| 2500 × 4000 mm | 10.00 m² | £4,895–£5,695£4,079 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 Forres
In Scotland, energy standards come from Section 6 of the domestic Technical Handbook, and most extensions need a building warrant before work starts.
Planning in Scotland follows the Scottish permitted development order; your council confirms whether your lantern needs consent.
Building regulations in Forres 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 Forres
Do large lanterns overheat a room?
A large area of south-facing glass can make a room warm on sunny days. Solar-control glass, an opening vent and good background ventilation all help. Our guide on overheating explains the options.
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Forres?
With the midsummer sun about 55.8° high at noon, roof glass in Forres gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Forres?
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.