Rectangular roof lanterns in Houghton-le-Spring
Buy rectangular roof lanterns for homes in Houghton-le-Spring and across Tyne and Wear. 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 DH4 address.
Price a rectangular roof lantern for Houghton-le-Spring
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Rectangular roof lanterns for Houghton-le-Spring homes
The classic double-hipped lantern: a ridge, four sloping sides and the most size choice.
Winter daylight in Houghton-le-Spring lasts about 7h 12m, against 17h 20m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Standard sizes or made to your kerb
- Ridge along the long axis, four glazed slopes
- Stock anthracite, black or white, or any RAL
Delivery and fitting in Houghton-le-Spring
Your quote includes delivery to Houghton-le-Spring at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Houghton-le-Spring before quoting.
Delivery to DH4 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Rectangular roof lantern prices for Houghton-le-Spring
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 Houghton-le-Spring
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 Houghton-le-Spring 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 Houghton-le-Spring
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Houghton-le-Spring?
With the midsummer sun about 58.6° high at noon, roof glass in Houghton-le-Spring gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Houghton-le-Spring?
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.