Traditional roof lanterns in Chesham
From a small lantern over a hallway to a long one above a kitchen island, we quote traditional roof lanterns for Chesham homes to the exact kerb size, with glass and colour choices set out clearly before you commit.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Chesham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Chesham homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Chesham gets about 7h 48m of daylight, with the sun only 14.9° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Suits orangeries and older houses
- Specification sheets for consent applications
Delivery and fitting in Chesham
Delivery to HP5 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 Chesham before quoting.
Delivery to HP5 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Chesham
Typical guide prices for traditional roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 3.75 m² | £2,595–£2,995£2,162 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,695–£4,295£3,079 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 2000 × 4000 mm | 8.00 m² | £4,695–£5,495£3,912 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 Chesham
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
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 Chesham 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 Chesham
Do you make timber traditional lanterns?
Our range is aluminium and uPVC. Aluminium can be powder-coated in heritage colours that suit timber windows and doors.
Can I have cresting without finials, or the other way round?
Usually yes. Ranges treat cresting and finials as options. Tell us what you want and the quote will list each item.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Chesham?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Chesham?
With the midsummer sun about 61.7° high at noon, roof glass in Chesham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.