Opening roof lanterns in Motherwell
Planning an extension in Motherwell? 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 Motherwell
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Motherwell homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
Winter daylight in Motherwell lasts about 7h 00m, against 17h 34m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- One or two vents depending on size
- Helps keep kitchens cool in summer
- Electric vents at the room's highest point
Delivery and fitting in Motherwell
We confirm the delivery cost and date for ML1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Motherwell can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to ML1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Motherwell
Guide prices for common opening roof lantern sizes, including 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 Motherwell
Scottish building standards, including Section 6 on energy, apply here, and a building warrant is normally needed for extensions and structural alterations.
Planning in Scotland follows the Scottish permitted development order; your council confirms whether your lantern needs consent.
Building regulations in Motherwell 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 Motherwell
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.
Does an opening vent let insects in?
When open, yes, as with any window. Some ranges offer fly screens.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Motherwell?
With the midsummer sun about 57.7° high at noon, roof glass in Motherwell gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Motherwell?
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.