Replacement roof lanterns in Burnham-on-Sea
We supply replacement roof lanterns to Burnham-on-Sea (TA8) and the rest of Somerset: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a replacement roof lantern for Burnham-on-Sea
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Replacement roof lanterns for Burnham-on-Sea homes
Swap a tired, leaking or polycarbonate lantern for modern double glazing.
On the shortest day Burnham-on-Sea gets about 7h 52m of daylight, with the sun only 15.3° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Warmer, quieter, brighter
- Energy standards for replacements explained
- Replace old polycarbonate with glass
Delivery and fitting in Burnham-on-Sea
Delivery to TA8 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Burnham-on-Sea can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to TA8 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Replacement roof lantern prices for Burnham-on-Sea
Guide prices for common replacement roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
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 Burnham-on-Sea
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 Burnham-on-Sea 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 Burnham-on-Sea
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Burnham-on-Sea?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Burnham-on-Sea?
With the midsummer sun about 62.2° high at noon, roof glass in Burnham-on-Sea gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.