Solar-control roof lanterns in Hitchin
Looking for a solar-control roof lantern in Hitchin? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to SG4 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Hitchin
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Hitchin homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
On the shortest day Hitchin gets about 7h 45m of daylight, with the sun only 14.6° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- g-value stated on your quote
- Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
- Cuts summer heat gain through the roof
Delivery and fitting in Hitchin
We confirm the delivery cost and date for SG4 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Hitchin can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to SG4 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Hitchin
Guide prices for common solar-control roof lantern sizes, including 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 Hitchin
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.
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 Hitchin 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 Hitchin
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Hitchin?
With the midsummer sun about 61.5° high at noon, roof glass in Hitchin gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Hitchin?
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.