Traditional roof lanterns in Daventry
Planning an extension in Daventry? A traditional roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Daventry
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Daventry homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Winter daylight in Daventry lasts about 7h 42m, against 16h 47m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Specification sheets for consent applications
Delivery and fitting in Daventry
Your quote includes delivery to Daventry at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for NN11 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to NN11 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Daventry
Guide prices for common traditional roof lantern sizes, including 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 |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £2,295–£2,695£1,912 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 Daventry
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.
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 Daventry 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 Daventry
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Daventry?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for NN11.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Daventry?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.