Rectangular roof lanterns in Glasgow
We supply rectangular roof lanterns to Glasgow (G1) and the rest of Greater Glasgow: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a rectangular roof lantern for Glasgow
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Rectangular roof lanterns for Glasgow homes
The classic double-hipped lantern: a ridge, four sloping sides and the most size choice.
On the shortest day Glasgow gets about 6h 59m of daylight, with the sun only 10.7° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Suits kitchen-diners and rear extensions
- Ridge along the long axis, four glazed slopes
- Stock anthracite, black or white, or any RAL
Delivery and fitting in Glasgow
Delivery to G1 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 Glasgow before quoting.
Delivery to G1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Rectangular roof lantern prices for Glasgow
Guide prices for common rectangular roof lantern sizes, including 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 Glasgow
In Scotland, energy standards come from Section 6 of the domestic Technical Handbook, and most extensions need a building warrant before work starts.
Householder permitted development in Scotland has its own rules, and listed buildings and conservation areas need extra care.
Building regulations in Glasgow 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 Glasgow
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.
Can a rectangular lantern be made to an exact size?
Yes. Made-to-measure lanterns are built to the external kerb size you give us, usually in 10 mm steps within the range's limits. Made-to-measure takes longer than a stock size and cannot be cancelled once ordered, so measure twice.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Glasgow?
Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your council before ordering.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Glasgow?
Yes. Delivery to Glasgow (G1) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.