Traditional roof lanterns in Godalming
Choosing a traditional roof lantern for a house in Godalming? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to GU7.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Godalming
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Godalming homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 62.3° high over Godalming, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Classic white or heritage colours
- Specification sheets for consent applications
- Suits orangeries and older houses
Delivery and fitting in Godalming
Your quote includes delivery to Godalming 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 GU7 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to GU7 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Godalming
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 |
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 Godalming
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.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Godalming 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 Godalming
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.
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Godalming?
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Godalming?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.