Solar-control roof lanterns in Hertford
From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote solar-control roof lanterns for Hertford homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Hertford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Hertford homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
Winter daylight in Hertford lasts about 7h 47m, against 16h 42m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Cuts summer heat gain through the roof
- Neutral or blue tints
- Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
Delivery and fitting in Hertford
Delivery to SG13 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for SG13 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to SG13 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Hertford
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 |
| 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 Hertford
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
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 Hertford 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 Hertford
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.
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 Hertford?
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 Hertford?
With the midsummer sun about 61.6° high at noon, roof glass in Hertford gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.