Orangery roof lanterns in Leicester
Planning an extension in Leicester? An orangery 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 orangery roof lantern for Leicester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Orangery roof lanterns for Leicester homes
The glazed centrepiece of an orangery roof, framed by a solid perimeter.
At 52.64°N, Leicester sees roughly 7h 38m of daylight in late December and 16h 52m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Sized to leave a solid perimeter border
- Supplied to suit your new upstand
- Pairs well with solar-control glass
Delivery and fitting in Leicester
Delivery to LE1 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 Leicester before quoting.
Delivery to LE1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Orangery roof lantern prices for Leicester
What orangery roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £1,995–£2,295£1,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Leicester
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.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in Leicester 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 Leicester
What is the difference between an orangery and a conservatory?
A conservatory has a mostly glazed roof; an orangery has a mostly solid roof with a lantern in the middle and usually more solid wall. Orangeries are easier to keep comfortable year round.
Do orangery lanterns come with cresting?
They can. Cresting and finials are options on traditional ranges.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Leicester?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Leicester?
With the midsummer sun about 60.8° high at noon, roof glass in Leicester gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.