Replacement roof lanterns in South Shields
Whether your South Shields extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a replacement roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a replacement roof lantern for South Shields
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Replacement roof lanterns for South Shields homes
Swap a tired, leaking or polycarbonate lantern for modern double glazing.
On the shortest day South Shields gets about 7h 10m of daylight, with the sun only 11.6° 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
- Energy standards for replacements explained
- Supply only or a fitting quote
Delivery and fitting in South Shields
Your quote includes delivery to South Shields 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 South Shields before quoting.
Delivery to NE33 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Replacement roof lantern prices for South Shields
Typical guide prices for replacement roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 South Shields
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.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in South Shields 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 South Shields
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.
Will a new lantern be warmer?
A modern double glazed lantern with a thermally broken frame loses far less heat than polycarbonate.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in South Shields?
With the midsummer sun about 58.4° high at noon, roof glass in South Shields gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in South Shields?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.