Roof lanterns in Enniskillen: what is involved?
Thinking about roof lanterns in Enniskillen? The short answer: hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Bungalows are widespread in Northern Ireland, and sun tunnels or roof windows are an easy way to brighten internal hallways. Think of roof lanterns for orangeries, kitchen-diners and single-storey extensions.
Enniskillen is the main town we list in County Fermanagh; we also cover nearby Omagh and Strabane.
Options we can specify in Enniskillen
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Opening vents with electric control
- Double or triple glazed with solar-control options
- Light from every angle across the day
Before you order: points to check
- Some designs project above the roof enough to affect planning on certain houses
- Plaster-box depth affects how the lantern looks from below
Consents for roof lanterns in Enniskillen
In Northern Ireland, roof alterations come under Class B of the 2015 order: a rooflight facing a road must not project more than 15 cm and must sit at least 0.5 m from the ridge, eaves, verge and party wall. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
Northern Ireland's energy rules assess rooflight U-values in the vertical position — unlike England and Wales — and expect 1.6 W/m²K or Band C for replacements. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
What do roof lanterns cost in Enniskillen?
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large or bespoke aluminium lantern | £5,995 – £10,795 | £4,995 – £8,995 |
| Mid-size aluminium lantern (2 × 3 m) Typical | £3,955 – £5,995 | £3,295 – £4,995 |
| Small lantern (1 × 2 m) | £2,995 – £3,955 | £2,495 – £3,295 |
How the job runs
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Enniskillen address.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Roof lanterns in Enniskillen: questions
Do roof lanterns get hot?
They can in summer if clear glass is used on a south-facing roof. Solar-control glass and an opening vent make a big difference.
How big can a lantern be?
Aluminium systems go to around three by six metres in standard ranges; larger sizes are made to order.
Roof lantern or flat rooflight?
A lantern adds height and sky from all sides; a flat rooflight is lower-profile and cleaner from outside. Our guide compares them in detail.
How do I book a survey in Enniskillen?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Enniskillen?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
