Opening roof lanterns in Romford
From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote opening roof lanterns for Romford homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.
Price an opening roof lantern for Romford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Romford homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 61.9° high over Romford, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Electric vents at the room's highest point
- Plan the power supply early
- Helps keep kitchens cool in summer
Delivery and fitting in Romford
Delivery to RM1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Romford before quoting.
Delivery to RM1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Romford
What opening roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,990–£2,190£1,658 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £2,190–£2,490£1,825 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 Romford
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 Romford 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 Romford
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
Can a vent be added later?
Usually not to an existing fixed lantern. Decide before ordering.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Romford?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for RM1.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Romford?
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.