Roof lantern installation in Reading
For roof lantern installation in Reading, start with the guide prices on this page, then send photos and measurements for a fixed written quote covering RG1.
Price lantern fitting for Reading
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern fitting for Reading homes
Optional fitting by installers working under S&K, quoted for your postcode.
Winter daylight in Reading lasts about 7h 50m, against 16h 38m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Fixed price in writing before work starts
- Access equipment priced on survey
- Optional fitting quoted for your postcode
Delivery and fitting in Reading
Delivery to RG1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for RG1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to RG1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern installation guide prices for Reading
Guide prices for fitting only, by lantern size, including VAT (the lantern is priced separately):
| Lantern size | Fit to ready upstand | Replace existing lantern |
|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 1500 mm | £645 | £1,095 |
| 1000 × 2500 mm | £645 | £1,095 |
| 1000 × 3000 mm | £695 | £1,195 |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | £695 | £1,195 |
Fitting guide prices include VAT and exclude the lantern, access equipment and any roof or kerb repairs. New openings are priced after a survey. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing before work starts.
Planning and building regulations for Reading
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.
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 in Reading 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 Reading
Do you need to survey before fitting?
For a lantern on a ready upstand, clear photos and measurements are often enough. Replacements and new openings need a survey.
Can you build the upstand as well?
We can quote for upstands and associated roofing on a survey basis.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Reading?
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 Reading?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Reading gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.