How we approach roof lanterns in Jedburgh
Roof lanterns in Jedburgh means hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. We cover the TD8 district and the rest of the Scottish Borders, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Stone villas, cottages and conservation areas across Scotland often call for conservation rooflights in slate roofs. Roof lanterns suit orangeries, kitchen-diners and single-storey extensions.
Neighbouring towns include Kelso (15 km) and Hawick (16 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
What you can choose
- Internal and external colours
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Opening vents with electric control
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Adds visual height to a single-storey room
- Can include opening vents
Things we check at survey
- Larger lanterns may need a steel or timber ring beam
- Needs a strong, level kerb or upstand
Consents for roof lanterns in Jedburgh
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. 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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do roof lanterns cost in Jedburgh?
Guide prices for roof lanterns in Jedburgh are the same as anywhere we work — what changes the price is the job: access, structure, scaffold and finishing.
| 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 |
What happens next
- 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.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Roof lanterns in Jedburgh: questions
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.
Aluminium or uPVC?
Aluminium gives slimmer bars and a longer life; uPVC costs less. We fit both.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Jedburgh?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Do you fit roof lanterns in Jedburgh?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Jedburgh and across the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
