Traditional roof lanterns in Suffolk
Across Suffolk, traditional roof lanterns are quoted to the external kerb size, with delivery confirmed for your postcode and fitting available on request.
Get a price in Suffolk
Send your postcode and kerb size for a fixed written quote.
Choosing traditional roof lanterns in Suffolk
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
Across Suffolk, the shortest day brings around 7h 43m of daylight and the midsummer sun reaches about 61.3° at noon. A lantern collects light from the bright overhead sky all year, and the right glass keeps the long summer days comfortable.
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Modern thermally broken aluminium frame
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Suits orangeries and older houses
Delivery and fitting in Suffolk
Delivery to mainland addresses here is quoted for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Fitting can be quoted where we have cover; send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb and we will confirm before quoting.
Traditional roof lantern prices
Typical guide prices for traditional roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| 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 |
| 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 in Suffolk
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 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
Traditional roof lanterns in Suffolk: questions
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.
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.
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 Suffolk?
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.
Traditional roof lanterns by town in Suffolk
- Traditional roof lanterns in Bury St Edmunds
- Traditional roof lanterns in Felixstowe
- Traditional roof lanterns in Haverhill
- Traditional roof lanterns in Ipswich
- Traditional roof lanterns in Lowestoft
- Traditional roof lanterns in Newmarket
- Traditional roof lanterns in Stowmarket
- Traditional roof lanterns in Sudbury