Roof lanterns in Kilburn: what is involved?
We handle roof lanterns across Greater London, including Kilburn. In short: hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Many London roofs are reached only through the house or over neighbouring property, so lifting heavy glass is planned at survey rather than on the day. Roof lanterns suit rooms that need height as well as light.
Kilburn is around 7 km from central London, and we survey and fit throughout that part of Greater London, including the NW6 district.
Choices for your Kilburn project
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Internal and external colours
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Light from every angle across the day
- Classic look that suits period and modern homes
Before you order: points to check
- Plaster-box depth affects how the lantern looks from below
- Needs a strong, level kerb or upstand
Planning and building rules for Kilburn
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. In an extension, glazing including rooflights is normally limited to 25% of the new floor area plus any windows or doors the extension covers, unless a whole-house calculation shows otherwise.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do roof lanterns cost in Kilburn?
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Kilburn, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Tell us what you have. Send the NW6 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Roof lanterns in Kilburn: questions
How big can a lantern be?
Aluminium systems go to around three by six metres in standard ranges; larger sizes are made to order.
Can a lantern go on an existing extension?
Yes, if the flat roof structure can be opened up and trimmed. We check joists and the roof build-up at survey.
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 do I book a survey in Kilburn?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Do you fit roof lanterns in Kilburn?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Kilburn and across Greater London. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
