Orangery roof lanterns in Formby
Whether your Formby extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price an orangery roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price an orangery roof lantern for Formby
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Orangery roof lanterns for Formby homes
The glazed centrepiece of an orangery roof, framed by a solid perimeter.
Winter daylight in Formby lasts about 7h 27m, against 17h 03m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- The glazed heart of an orangery roof
- Colour-matched to doors and windows
- Supplied to suit your new upstand
Delivery and fitting in Formby
Delivery to L37 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Formby can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to L37 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Orangery roof lantern prices for Formby
Typical guide prices for orangery roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,195–£3,695£2,662 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,095–£4,795£3,412 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 Formby
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.
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 Formby 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 Formby
Should the lantern match my bifold doors?
A common choice is to match the outside colour, often anthracite. The inside can be white to keep the ceiling bright.
Do orangery lanterns come with cresting?
They can. Cresting and finials are options on traditional ranges.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Formby?
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 Formby?
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.