Traditional roof lanterns in Mitcham
Choosing a traditional roof lantern for a house in Mitcham? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to CR4.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Mitcham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Mitcham homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Mitcham gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Suits orangeries and older houses
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
Delivery and fitting in Mitcham
We confirm the delivery cost and date for CR4 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for CR4 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to CR4 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Mitcham
What traditional roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
| 2000 × 3000 mm | 6.00 m² | £3,695–£4,295£3,079 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 Mitcham
For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.
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 Mitcham 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 Mitcham
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.
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 I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Mitcham?
Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Mitcham?
With the midsummer sun about 62.0° high at noon, roof glass in Mitcham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.