Traditional roof lanterns in Totton
Whether your Totton 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 Totton
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Totton homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Winter daylight in Totton lasts about 7h 55m, against 16h 32m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Decorative ridge cresting and finials
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
Delivery and fitting in Totton
We confirm the delivery cost and date for SO40 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 SO40 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to SO40 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Totton
What traditional roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc 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 |
| 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 Totton
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 Totton 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 Totton
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.
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 deliver roof lanterns to Totton?
Yes. Delivery to Totton (SO40) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Totton?
With the midsummer sun about 62.5° high at noon, roof glass in Totton gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.