Solar-control roof lanterns in Chester
From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote solar-control roof lanterns for Chester homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Chester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Chester homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 60.2° high over Chester, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Cuts summer heat gain through the roof
- Neutral or blue tints
- Reduces glare over kitchens and TVs
Delivery and fitting in Chester
Delivery to CH1 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Chester before quoting.
Delivery to CH1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Chester
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 |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,495–£2,895£2,079 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 Chester
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 Chester 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 Chester
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.
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Chester?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Chester?
With the midsummer sun about 60.2° high at noon, roof glass in Chester gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.