Solar-control roof lanterns in Banbury
We supply solar-control roof lanterns to Banbury (OX16) and the rest of Oxfordshire: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Banbury
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Banbury homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
Winter daylight in Banbury lasts about 7h 44m, against 16h 45m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- g-value stated on your quote
- Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
- Cuts summer heat gain through the roof
Delivery and fitting in Banbury
Your quote includes delivery to Banbury at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for OX16 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to OX16 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Banbury
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 |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,695–£1,995£1,412 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 Banbury
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 Banbury 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 Banbury
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Banbury?
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 OX16.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Banbury?
With the midsummer sun about 61.4° high at noon, roof glass in Banbury gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.