uPVC roof lanterns in Thatcham
Choosing a uPVC roof lantern for a house in Thatcham? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to RG18.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Thatcham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Thatcham homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
At 51.4°N, Thatcham sees roughly 7h 51m of daylight in late December and 16h 37m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Suits smaller openings and garden rooms
- White uPVC frames
- Same ridge-and-hip shape
Delivery and fitting in Thatcham
Your quote includes delivery to Thatcham 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 RG18 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to RG18 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Thatcham
Typical guide prices for uPVC roof lanterns, supply only and including VAT:
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 1000 mm | 1.00 m² | £845–£995£704 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 1.44 m² | £995–£1,195£829 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 1.50 m² | £1,045–£1,295£871 ex VAT from | Configure |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 2.00 m² | £1,195–£1,395£996 ex VAT from | Configure |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, uPVC 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 Thatcham
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 Thatcham 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 Thatcham
Will white uPVC yellow over time?
Modern uPVC profiles are UV-stabilised and should stay white with normal cleaning. Very old lanterns, especially with polycarbonate panels, are the ones that discolour.
Is uPVC heavier?
Weight is dominated by the glass, so the difference is small.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Thatcham?
Yes. Delivery to Thatcham (RG18) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Thatcham?
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.