Solar-control roof lanterns in Shipley
Whether your Shipley extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a solar-control roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a solar-control roof lantern for Shipley
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Solar-control roof lanterns for Shipley homes
Glass that cuts solar heat gain and glare so the room stays comfortable.
Winter daylight in Shipley lasts about 7h 24m, against 17h 07m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Combined with a self-cleaning outer pane
- Recommended on south and west roofs
- Neutral or blue tints
Delivery and fitting in Shipley
We confirm the delivery cost and date for BD18 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Shipley can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to BD18 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Solar-control roof lantern prices for Shipley
Guide prices for common solar-control roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
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 Shipley
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 Shipley 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 Shipley
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.
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.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Shipley?
Yes. Delivery to Shipley (BD18) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Shipley?
With the midsummer sun about 59.6° high at noon, roof glass in Shipley gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.