Square roof lanterns in Grays
Whether your Grays extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a square roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a square roof lantern for Grays
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Square roof lanterns for Grays homes
Four triangular panes meeting at a point: a pyramid lantern for square openings.
On the shortest day Grays gets about 7h 50m of daylight, with the sun only 15.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Strong central focal point from below
- Ideal over a table, island or hallway
- Square sizes from about one metre
Delivery and fitting in Grays
Delivery to RM17 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Grays before quoting.
Delivery to RM17 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Square roof lantern prices for Grays
Guide prices for common square roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1000 mm | 1.00 m² | £1,095–£1,295£912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 1.44 m² | £1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 1500 mm | 2.25 m² | £1,595–£1,895£1,329 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 2000 mm | 4.00 m² | £2,395–£2,795£1,996 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Grays
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Grays 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 Grays
Can I have an opening vent in a pyramid lantern?
Some ranges can fit a vent in one of the triangular panes, others cannot. We will tell you on the quote whether your chosen range allows it.
What is the largest square lantern?
Ranges differ. Many go to around 3 m square, with extra hip bars on larger sizes. Tell us your kerb size and we will confirm which ranges can make it.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Grays?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Grays gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Grays?
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.