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Solar-control roof lanterns in Kent

Buy solar-control roof lanterns for homes and building projects anywhere in Kent. See guide prices below, then get a fixed written quote for your size, glass and colours.

AreaKent

NationEngland

Towns listed23

Guide price from£1,495

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Get a price in Kent

Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.

Choosing solar-control roof lanterns in Kent

Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.

Across Kent, the shortest day brings around 7h 52m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 62.1° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.

g-value stated on your quote
Reduces glare over kitchens and TVs
Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
Recommended on south and west roofs

Delivery and fitting in Kent

Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.

Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.

Solar-control roof lantern prices

Typical guide prices for solar-control roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:

Solar-control roof lantern prices
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
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 in Kent

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 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

Solar-control roof lanterns in Kent: questions

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.

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.

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.

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Kent?

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.