Traditional roof lanterns in South Croydon
Buy traditional roof lanterns for homes in South Croydon 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 CR2 address.
Price a traditional roof lantern for South Croydon
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for South Croydon homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Winter daylight in South Croydon lasts about 7h 51m, against 16h 37m 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
- Specification sheets for consent applications
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
Delivery and fitting in South Croydon
We confirm the delivery cost and date for CR2 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in South Croydon before quoting.
Delivery to CR2 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for South Croydon
Typical guide prices for traditional roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 South Croydon
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 South Croydon 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 South Croydon
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in South Croydon?
With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in South Croydon gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to South Croydon?
Yes. Delivery to South Croydon (CR2) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.