Rectangular roof lanterns in Alloa
Whether your Alloa extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a rectangular roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a rectangular roof lantern for Alloa
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Rectangular roof lanterns for Alloa homes
The classic double-hipped lantern: a ridge, four sloping sides and the most size choice.
Winter daylight in Alloa lasts about 6h 55m, against 17h 39m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Suits kitchen-diners and rear extensions
- Stock anthracite, black or white, or any RAL
- The most size options of any lantern shape
Delivery and fitting in Alloa
Delivery to FK10 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Alloa can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to FK10 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Rectangular roof lantern prices for Alloa
Typical guide prices for rectangular roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
| 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 Alloa
Scottish building standards, including Section 6 on energy, apply here, and a building warrant is normally needed for extensions and structural alterations.
Householder permitted development in Scotland has its own rules, and listed buildings and conservation areas need extra care.
Building regulations in Alloa are checked by your local authority building standards (verifier) service. Some like-for-like replacement work does not need a building warrant but must still meet the building standards. Your council's building standards service can confirm.
Sources: Building standards technical handbooks, gov.scot · Do I need planning permission?, mygov.scot
Questions from Alloa
Which way should the ridge run?
The ridge runs along the longer side. On a square opening there is no ridge and the lantern becomes a pyramid.
What is the most common rectangular roof lantern size?
Sizes of 1000 × 2000 mm and 1500 × 2500 mm are common standard sizes for kitchen and dining extensions, but the right size is the one that matches your kerb. If your kerb is not built yet, our sizes guide helps you pick a standard size first.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Alloa?
Your local authority building standards (verifier) service. 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 Alloa?
With the midsummer sun about 57.3° high at noon, roof glass in Alloa gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.