Rectangular roof lanterns in Kingswood
Buy rectangular roof lanterns for homes in Kingswood and across Gloucestershire. 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 BS15 address.
Price a rectangular roof lantern for Kingswood
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Rectangular roof lanterns for Kingswood homes
The classic double-hipped lantern: a ridge, four sloping sides and the most size choice.
On the shortest day Kingswood gets about 7h 50m of daylight, with the sun only 15.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Standard sizes or made to your kerb
- The most size options of any lantern shape
- Suits kitchen-diners and rear extensions
Delivery and fitting in Kingswood
Your quote includes delivery to Kingswood at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Kingswood can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to BS15 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Rectangular roof lantern prices for Kingswood
What rectangular roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 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 Kingswood
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
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 Kingswood 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 Kingswood
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Kingswood?
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 BS15.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Kingswood?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Kingswood gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.