Traditional roof lanterns in Swanage
Looking for a traditional roof lantern in Swanage? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to BH19 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Swanage
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Swanage homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
At 50.61°N, Swanage sees roughly 7h 58m of daylight in late December and 16h 29m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Decorative ridge cresting and finials
- Suits orangeries and older houses
Delivery and fitting in Swanage
Delivery to BH19 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 Swanage before quoting.
Delivery to BH19 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Swanage
Guide prices for common traditional roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| 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 Swanage
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 Swanage 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 Swanage
Is a traditional lantern harder to clean?
There are more bars, so there are more edges for dirt to collect along. Self-cleaning glass helps, but a gentle rinse once or twice a year is still worthwhile.
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Swanage?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for BH19.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Swanage?
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.