Opening roof lanterns in Barrow-in-Furness
Planning an extension in Barrow-in-Furness? An opening roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.
Price an opening roof lantern for Barrow-in-Furness
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Barrow-in-Furness homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
On the shortest day Barrow-in-Furness gets about 7h 21m of daylight, with the sun only 12.4° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Switch or remote control
- Helps keep kitchens cool in summer
- One or two vents depending on size
Delivery and fitting in Barrow-in-Furness
Your quote includes delivery to Barrow-in-Furness at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for LA14 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to LA14 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Barrow-in-Furness
Typical guide prices for opening roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,690–£2,990£2,242 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,990–£3,390£2,492 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,890–£4,390£3,242 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,790–£5,490£3,992 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour, including one electric vent. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Barrow-in-Furness
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
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 Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness
What happens if it rains while the vent is open?
With a rain sensor the vent closes automatically. Without one it stays where you left it, so a sensor is worth having.
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Barrow-in-Furness?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Barrow-in-Furness?
With the midsummer sun about 59.3° high at noon, roof glass in Barrow-in-Furness gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.