Traditional roof lanterns in Ellesmere Port
Order traditional roof lanterns for delivery to Ellesmere Port and nearby Garston and Speke. 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 traditional roof lantern for Ellesmere Port
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Ellesmere Port homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
At 53.28°N, Ellesmere Port sees roughly 7h 30m of daylight in late December and 16h 59m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Suits orangeries and older houses
Delivery and fitting in Ellesmere Port
Your quote includes delivery to Ellesmere Port 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 CH2 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to CH2 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Ellesmere Port
Typical guide prices for traditional 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 | £1,795–£2,095£1,496 ex VAT from | 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 |
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 Ellesmere Port
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.
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 Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port
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.
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Ellesmere Port?
With the midsummer sun about 60.2° high at noon, roof glass in Ellesmere Port gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Ellesmere Port?
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.