Solar-control roof lanterns in Plymouth
Buy solar-control roof lanterns for homes in Plymouth and across Devon. 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 PL1 address.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Plymouth
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Plymouth homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
Winter daylight in Plymouth lasts about 8h 01m, against 16h 26m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Recommended on south and west roofs
- Reduces glare over kitchens and TVs
- g-value stated on your quote
Delivery and fitting in Plymouth
Your quote includes delivery to Plymouth 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 Plymouth before quoting.
Delivery to PL1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Plymouth
What solar-control roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,495–£4,095£2,912 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 Plymouth
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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth
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.
Does it help in winter?
Solar control mainly limits summer heat. Winter heat loss is governed by the U-value, which depends on the glazing unit and frame.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Plymouth?
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 Plymouth?
With the midsummer sun about 63.1° high at noon, roof glass in Plymouth gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.