Small roof lanterns in Lowestoft
We supply small roof lanterns to Lowestoft (NR32) and the rest of Suffolk: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a small roof lantern for Lowestoft
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Small roof lanterns for Lowestoft homes
Compact lanterns for hallways, utility rooms, porches and side returns.
Winter daylight in Lowestoft lasts about 7h 39m, against 16h 50m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Great for hallways and utility rooms
- Often available in stock sizes
- Light enough for two people to lift
Delivery and fitting in Lowestoft
We confirm the delivery cost and date for NR32 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Lowestoft can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to NR32 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Small roof lantern prices for Lowestoft
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 Lowestoft
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 Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft
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.
What is the smallest roof lantern?
Many ranges start at around 800–1000 mm. Below that, a flat rooflight is usually the better product.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Lowestoft?
With the midsummer sun about 61.0° high at noon, roof glass in Lowestoft gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Lowestoft?
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.