Small roof lanterns in Formby
Buy small roof lanterns for homes in Formby and across Merseyside. 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 L37 address.
Price a small roof lantern for Formby
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Small roof lanterns for Formby homes
Compact lanterns for hallways, utility rooms, porches and side returns.
At 53.56°N, Formby sees roughly 7h 27m of daylight in late December and 17h 03m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Daylight where windows cannot reach
- Simple to fit on a ready upstand
- Square pyramid or short rectangular
Delivery and fitting in Formby
We confirm the delivery cost and date for L37 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for L37 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to L37 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Small roof lantern prices for Formby
Typical guide prices for small roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 1.44 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from | 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 × 1500 mm | 2.25 m² | £1,595–£1,895£1,329 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 Formby
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.
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 Formby 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 Formby
Does a small lantern need an opening vent?
Not usually. Background ventilation for the room can come from trickle vents or extract fans. Vents are more useful on lanterns over kitchens and large living spaces.
Can I fit a small lantern myself?
Small lanterns are within the reach of a competent builder or roofer. The critical parts are a level, square, weatherproof upstand and the manufacturer's fixing instructions. In existing homes, replacement rooflights are building work that may need building control involvement.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Formby?
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Formby?
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.