Square roof lanterns in Sutton Coldfield
Order square roof lanterns for delivery to Sutton Coldfield and nearby Aldridge and Birmingham. Every lantern is checked against your measurements before it is ordered, and the price on your quote is fixed for the specification shown; any extra work is agreed with you first.
Price a square roof lantern for Sutton Coldfield
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Square roof lanterns for Sutton Coldfield homes
Four triangular panes meeting at a point: a pyramid lantern for square openings.
At 52.57°N, Sutton Coldfield sees roughly 7h 38m of daylight in late December and 16h 51m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Square sizes from about one metre
- Strong central focal point from below
- Ideal over a table, island or hallway
Delivery and fitting in Sutton Coldfield
We confirm the delivery cost and date for B73 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Sutton Coldfield before quoting.
Delivery to B73 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Square roof lantern prices for Sutton Coldfield
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 Sutton Coldfield
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.
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 Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield
Is a pyramid lantern more expensive than a rectangular one?
Per square metre it can cost slightly more, because every pane is a triangle and the apex needs a special joint. The difference is usually small next to the effect of size and glass choice.
Will a square lantern leak at the top?
It should not when it is correctly installed and maintained. The apex is factory-designed to shed water; leaks usually come from the upstand or roof membrane rather than the lantern itself, which is why the upstand detail matters.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Sutton Coldfield?
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Sutton Coldfield?
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.