Opening roof lanterns in Tynemouth
Buy opening roof lanterns for homes in Tynemouth and across Tyne and Wear. 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 NE30 address.
Price an opening roof lantern for Tynemouth
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Tynemouth homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
On the shortest day Tynemouth gets about 7h 10m of daylight, with the sun only 11.5° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Plan the power supply early
- Rain sensor closes it automatically
- One or two vents depending on size
Delivery and fitting in Tynemouth
Delivery to NE30 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Tynemouth can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to NE30 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Tynemouth
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 Tynemouth
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.
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 Tynemouth 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 Tynemouth
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
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 you fit a roof lantern in Tynemouth?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Tynemouth?
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 NE30.