uPVC roof lanterns in Swindon
Choosing a uPVC roof lantern for a house in Swindon? Start with the guide prices below, check the planning and building regulations notes for England, then ask for a fixed quote with delivery to SN1.
Price a uPVC roof lantern for Swindon
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
uPVC roof lanterns for Swindon homes
A lower-cost lantern with white uPVC frames for smaller openings.
On the shortest day Swindon gets about 7h 49m of daylight, with the sun only 15.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Suits smaller openings and garden rooms
- Lower cost than aluminium
- White uPVC frames
Delivery and fitting in Swindon
Your quote includes delivery to Swindon at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Swindon can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to SN1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
uPVC roof lantern prices for Swindon
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 × 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 Swindon
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 Swindon 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 Swindon
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Swindon?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for SN1.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Swindon?
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.