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Replacement roof lanterns in Essex

Across Essex, replacement roof lanterns are quoted to the external kerb size, with delivery confirmed for your postcode and fitting available on request.

AreaEssex

NationEngland

Towns listed22

Guide price from£1,295

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Get a price in Essex

Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.

Choosing replacement roof lanterns in Essex

Swap a tired, leaking or polycarbonate lantern for modern double glazing.

Across Essex, the shortest day brings around 7h 48m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 61.7° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

Reuse the kerb if sound and to size
Supply only or a fitting quote
Warmer, quieter, brighter
Often a one-day swap on a sound kerb

Delivery and fitting in Essex

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Replacement roof lantern prices

Guide prices for common replacement roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:

Replacement roof lantern prices
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
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 in Essex

For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.

On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.

Building regulations 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

Replacement roof lanterns in Essex: questions

How long does replacement take on site?

For a like-for-like swap on a sound kerb, often a day. Kerb or roof repairs add time.

Can I replace polycarbonate panels with glass?

Usually not in the old frame: glass is much heavier than polycarbonate and the frame was not designed for it. Replacing the whole lantern is the safer route.

My old lantern leaks. Is it the lantern or the roof?

Often the roof or kerb detailing. A survey or close inspection will tell. If the lantern is the problem, replacing it is usually better value than repairing old polycarbonate.

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Essex?

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.