Traditional roof lanterns in Wilmslow
Order traditional roof lanterns for delivery to Wilmslow and nearby Cheadle Hulme and Hazel Grove. 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 Wilmslow
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Wilmslow homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Winter daylight in Wilmslow lasts about 7h 30m, against 17h 00m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Specification sheets for consent applications
- Suits orangeries and older houses
Delivery and fitting in Wilmslow
Delivery to SK9 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 Wilmslow before quoting.
Delivery to SK9 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Wilmslow
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 |
| 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 Wilmslow
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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow
Will a traditional lantern need planning permission?
The style does not change the planning position; size, height and location do. Listed buildings and conservation areas are the main cases where consent is more likely to be needed.
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 Wilmslow?
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 Wilmslow?
With the midsummer sun about 60.1° high at noon, roof glass in Wilmslow gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.