uPVC roof lanterns in Kingswinford
Choosing a uPVC roof lantern for a house in Kingswinford? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to DY6.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Kingswinford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Kingswinford homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
On the shortest day Kingswinford gets about 7h 39m of daylight, with the sun only 14.1° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Double glazed units as standard
- A sensible choice for budget projects
- White uPVC frames
Delivery and fitting in Kingswinford
Delivery to DY6 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 Kingswinford before quoting.
Delivery to DY6 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Kingswinford
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 × 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 Kingswinford
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.
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 Kingswinford 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 Kingswinford
Can I get a grey uPVC lantern?
Some ranges offer foiled colours. The choice is narrower than aluminium.
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 Kingswinford?
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Kingswinford?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.