Replacement roof lanterns in Strood
Buy replacement roof lanterns for homes in Strood and across Kent. 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 ME2 address.
Price a replacement roof lantern for Strood
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Replacement roof lanterns for Strood homes
Swap a tired, leaking or polycarbonate lantern for modern double glazing.
On the shortest day Strood gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Reuse the kerb if sound and to size
- Often a one-day swap on a sound kerb
- Replace old polycarbonate with glass
Delivery and fitting in Strood
Delivery to ME2 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 Strood before quoting.
Delivery to ME2 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Replacement roof lantern prices for Strood
Guide prices for common replacement 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 |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 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 Strood
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.
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 Strood 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 Strood
Will a new lantern be warmer?
A modern double glazed lantern with a thermally broken frame loses far less heat than polycarbonate.
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Strood?
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Strood?
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 ME2.