Solar-control roof lanterns in Whitefield
Order solar-control roof lanterns for delivery to Whitefield and nearby Radcliffe and Prestwich. Every lantern is checked against your measurements before it is ordered, and the price on your quote is fixed for the specification shown; any extra work is agreed with you first.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Whitefield
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Whitefield homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
On the shortest day Whitefield gets about 7h 27m of daylight, with the sun only 13.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Cuts summer heat gain through the roof
- Neutral or blue tints
- Recommended on south and west roofs
Delivery and fitting in Whitefield
Delivery to M45 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Whitefield can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to M45 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Whitefield
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 Whitefield
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.
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 Whitefield 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 Whitefield
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.
Can blinds do the same job?
Internal blinds reduce glare but the heat is already inside the room. Glass that stops the heat at the roof is more effective.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Whitefield?
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Whitefield?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for M45.