Solar-control roof lanterns in High Wycombe
Planning an extension in High Wycombe? A solar-control roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for High Wycombe
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for High Wycombe homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
On the shortest day High Wycombe gets about 7h 48m of daylight, with the sun only 14.9° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
- g-value stated on your quote
- Neutral or blue tints
Delivery and fitting in High Wycombe
Your quote includes delivery to High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe before quoting.
Delivery to HP13 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for High Wycombe
Typical guide prices for solar-control roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,695–£1,995£1,412 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,195–£2,595£1,829 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,495–£5,195£3,746 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with solar-control double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for High Wycombe
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 in High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe
Is solar control the same as tinted glass?
Solar-control coatings often look slightly tinted, but the performance comes from the coating, not just the colour.
Will solar-control glass make the room dark?
It lets slightly less light through than clear glass, but a roof lantern admits so much daylight that most people do not notice the difference.
Can you fit a roof lantern in High Wycombe?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in High Wycombe?
With the midsummer sun about 61.8° high at noon, roof glass in High Wycombe gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.