uPVC roof lanterns in Atherton
Order uPVC roof lanterns for delivery to Atherton and nearby Tyldesley and Westhoughton. Every lantern is checked against your measurements before it is ordered, and the price on your quote is fixed for the specification shown; any extra work is agreed with you first.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Atherton
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Atherton homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
Winter daylight in Atherton lasts about 7h 28m, against 17h 03m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- A sensible choice for budget projects
- Lower cost than aluminium
- Same ridge-and-hip shape
Delivery and fitting in Atherton
We confirm the delivery cost and date for M46 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Atherton can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to M46 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Atherton
Guide prices for common uPVC roof lantern sizes, including VAT, supply only:
| 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 × 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 Atherton
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.
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 Atherton 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 Atherton
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 I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Atherton?
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 Atherton?
With the midsummer sun about 59.9° high at noon, roof glass in Atherton gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.