Traditional roof lanterns in Barking
Whether your Barking extension is still on paper or the roof is already on, we can price a traditional roof lantern to suit it. Standard sizes cost less and arrive sooner; made-to-measure fits a kerb that is already built.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Barking
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Barking homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Barking gets about 7h 49m of daylight, with the sun only 15.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Specification sheets for consent applications
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
Delivery and fitting in Barking
We confirm the delivery cost and date for IG11 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Barking can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to IG11 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Barking
What traditional roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| 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 Barking
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.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in Barking 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 Barking
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Barking?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Barking?
With the midsummer sun about 61.9° high at noon, roof glass in Barking gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.