uPVC roof lanterns in Dronfield
Looking for a uPVC roof lantern in Dronfield? We price it to your kerb size, confirm the fixed price in writing and deliver to S18 and the surrounding postcodes, ready for your builder to fit or for us to quote fitting.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Dronfield
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Dronfield homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 60.1° high over Dronfield, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Suits smaller openings and garden rooms
- White uPVC frames
- Double glazed units as standard
Delivery and fitting in Dronfield
We confirm the delivery cost and date for S18 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Dronfield can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to S18 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Dronfield
What uPVC roof lanterns cost in common sizes (guide, inc VAT, supply only):
| Kerb size | Roof area | Guide price | 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 |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 3.00 m² | £1,495–£1,795£1,246 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 Dronfield
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.
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 Dronfield 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 Dronfield
Are uPVC lanterns as good as aluminium?
They do the same job at a lower price, with bulkier frames and fewer colour and size options. For most showpiece extensions aluminium is worth the extra.
Can I get a grey uPVC lantern?
Some ranges offer foiled colours. The choice is narrower than aluminium.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Dronfield?
With the midsummer sun about 60.1° high at noon, roof glass in Dronfield gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Dronfield?
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.