Traditional roof lanterns in Hornchurch
Buy traditional roof lanterns for homes in Hornchurch and across Greater London. Choose a standard size or have one made to your kerb, see a guide price straight away, then get a fixed written quote with delivery to your RM11 address.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Hornchurch
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Hornchurch homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Winter daylight in Hornchurch lasts about 7h 49m, against 16h 39m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Specification sheets for consent applications
Delivery and fitting in Hornchurch
Your quote includes delivery to Hornchurch at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Hornchurch before quoting.
Delivery to RM11 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Hornchurch
Guide prices for common traditional roof lantern sizes, including 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 Hornchurch
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 Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch
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.
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 Hornchurch?
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 Hornchurch?
With the midsummer sun about 61.9° high at noon, roof glass in Hornchurch gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.