Opening roof lanterns in Birmingham
Looking for an opening roof lantern in Birmingham? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to B1 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price an opening roof lantern for Birmingham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Opening roof lanterns for Birmingham homes
Electric opening vents to let warm air out at the highest point of the room.
On the shortest day Birmingham gets about 7h 39m of daylight, with the sun only 14.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Rain sensor closes it automatically
- Plan the power supply early
- One or two vents depending on size
Delivery and fitting in Birmingham
Delivery to B1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Birmingham before quoting.
Delivery to B1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Opening roof lantern prices for Birmingham
Typical guide prices for opening roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 Birmingham
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham
Can I have a manual opening vent?
Manual vents are rare on lanterns because they are out of reach. Electric operation is standard.
Can a vent be added later?
Usually not to an existing fixed lantern. Decide before ordering.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Birmingham?
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Birmingham?
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.