How we approach roof lanterns in East Kilbride
Thinking about roof lanterns in East Kilbride? 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.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Think of roof lanterns for orangeries, kitchen-diners and single-storey extensions.
We cover all of East Kilbride and the G74 district, and nearby Cambuslang and Rutherglen.
Options we can specify in East Kilbride
- Internal and external colours
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Slim aluminium bars, more glass
- Classic look that suits period and modern homes
What to check first
- Plaster-box depth affects how the lantern looks from below
- Needs a strong, level kerb or upstand
Do you need permission in East Kilbride?
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Scotland's Technical Handbook (section 6) asks for windows, doors and rooflights in an extension to average 1.4–1.6 W/m²K, with no single unit worse than 3.3 W/m²K. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Roof lanterns prices in East Kilbride
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In East Kilbride, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- 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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Common 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.
Do they leak?
Modern lanterns are sealed systems. Leaks usually trace back to the kerb or roof membrane detail, which we form and check ourselves.
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.
Is the survey in East Kilbride free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in East Kilbride?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
