Solar-control roof lanterns in Redcar
Looking for a solar-control roof lantern in Redcar? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to TS10 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Redcar
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Redcar homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
Winter daylight in Redcar lasts about 7h 15m, against 17h 17m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Neutral or blue tints
- g-value stated on your quote
- Reduces glare over kitchens and TVs
Delivery and fitting in Redcar
We confirm the delivery cost and date for TS10 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Redcar can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to TS10 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Redcar
What solar-control roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| 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 Redcar
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 Redcar 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 Redcar
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.
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 Redcar?
With the midsummer sun about 58.8° high at noon, roof glass in Redcar gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Redcar?
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.