Traditional roof lanterns in Willenhall
Buy traditional roof lanterns for homes in Willenhall and across the West Midlands. 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 WV13 address.
Price a traditional roof lantern for Willenhall
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Traditional roof lanterns for Willenhall homes
Victorian-style detailing with ridge cresting and finials for period homes.
On the shortest day Willenhall gets about 7h 38m of daylight, with the sun only 14.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Closer glazing bars for a period look
- Suits orangeries and older houses
- Specification sheets for consent applications
Delivery and fitting in Willenhall
Delivery to WV13 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Willenhall before quoting.
Delivery to WV13 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Traditional roof lantern prices for Willenhall
What traditional roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 for Willenhall
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
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 Willenhall 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 Willenhall
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Willenhall?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Willenhall?
With the midsummer sun about 60.9° high at noon, roof glass in Willenhall gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.