uPVC roof lanterns in Doncaster
We supply uPVC roof lanterns to Doncaster (DN1) and the rest of South Yorkshire: sized in millimetres to your upstand, priced up front and delivered on pallets. Fitting can be quoted separately if you need it.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Doncaster
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Doncaster homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
On the shortest day Doncaster gets about 7h 28m of daylight, with the sun only 13.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- A sensible choice for budget projects
- Lower cost than aluminium
- Double glazed units as standard
Delivery and fitting in Doncaster
Delivery to DN1 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 Doncaster before quoting.
Delivery to DN1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Doncaster
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 |
| 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 Doncaster
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 Doncaster 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 Doncaster
Is uPVC heavier?
Weight is dominated by the glass, so the difference is small.
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Doncaster?
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 Doncaster?
With the midsummer sun about 59.9° high at noon, roof glass in Doncaster gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.