Replacement roof lanterns in Tyne and Wear

Choosing replacement roof lanterns in Tyne and Wear

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

Across Tyne and Wear, the shortest day brings around 7h 10m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 58.5° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

• Warmer, quieter, brighter
• Reuse the kerb if sound and to size
• Energy standards for replacements explained
• Often a one-day swap on a sound kerb

Delivery and fitting in Tyne and Wear

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

What replacement roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):

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 Tyne and Wear

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 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 Tyne and Wear: questions