Opening roof lanterns in Wallington
We supply opening roof lanterns to Wallington (SM6) and the rest of Greater London: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price an opening roof lantern for Wallington
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Wallington homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
On the shortest day Wallington gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Electric vents at the room's highest point
- Rain sensor closes it automatically
- One or two vents depending on size
Delivery and fitting in Wallington
Your quote includes delivery to Wallington at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Wallington before quoting.
Delivery to SM6 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Wallington
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 |
| 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 |
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 Wallington
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 Wallington 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 Wallington
Does an opening vent let insects in?
When open, yes, as with any window. Some ranges offer fly screens.
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Wallington?
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 Wallington?
With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in Wallington gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.