Opening roof lanterns in Liverpool
Buy opening roof lanterns for homes in Liverpool and across Merseyside. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your L1 address.
Price an opening roof lantern for Liverpool
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Liverpool homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
Winter daylight in Liverpool lasts about 7h 29m, against 17h 01m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Helps keep kitchens cool in summer
- Rain sensor closes it automatically
- One or two vents depending on size
Delivery and fitting in Liverpool
Delivery to L1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Liverpool can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to L1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Liverpool
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 Liverpool
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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool
Can a vent be added later?
Usually not to an existing fixed lantern. Decide before ordering.
Does an opening vent let insects in?
When open, yes, as with any window. Some ranges offer fly screens.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Liverpool?
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Liverpool?
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 L1.