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England · Opening vents

Opening roof lanterns in Merseyside

Whether you are in Liverpool or elsewhere in Merseyside, the process is the same: configure your lantern, get a guide price, then a fixed quote and a delivery date.

AreaMerseyside
NationEngland
Towns listed18
Guide price from£1,990
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Choosing opening roof lanterns in Merseyside

Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.

Across Merseyside, the shortest day brings around 7h 29m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 60.0° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

  • Switch or remote control
  • Plan the power supply early
  • Helps keep kitchens cool in summer
  • One or two vents depending on size

Delivery and fitting in Merseyside

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Opening roof lantern prices

What opening roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):

Opening roof lantern prices
Kerb sizeRoof areaGuide priceConfigure
1000 × 1500 mm1.50 m²£1,990–£2,190£1,658 ex VAT fromConfigure
1000 × 2000 mm2.00 m²£2,190–£2,490£1,825 ex VAT fromConfigure
1500 × 2000 mm3.00 m²£2,690–£2,990£2,242 ex VAT fromConfigure
1500 × 2500 mm3.75 m²£2,990–£3,390£2,492 ex VAT fromConfigure
2000 × 3000 mm6.00 m²£3,890–£4,390£3,242 ex VAT fromConfigure
2000 × 4000 mm8.00 m²£4,790–£5,490£3,992 ex VAT fromConfigure

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 in Merseyside

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 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

Opening roof lanterns in Merseyside: questions

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 a vent be added later?

Usually not to an existing fixed lantern. Decide before ordering.

Can I have a manual opening vent?

Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Merseyside?

Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.

Opening roof lanterns by town in Merseyside

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