How we approach roof lanterns in Wellington
Roof lanterns in Wellington means hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. We cover the TF1 district and the rest of Shropshire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Industrial and commercial units around Midlands towns often still have their original rooflight sheets, which are due for replacement. Think of roof lanterns for rooms that need height as well as light.
Neighbouring towns include Telford (5 km) and Shrewsbury (16 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Choices for your Wellington project
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Internal and external colours
- Double or triple glazed with solar-control options
- Can include opening vents
Before you order: points to check
- Some designs project above the roof enough to affect planning on certain houses
- Larger lanterns may need a steel or timber ring beam
Consents for roof lanterns in Wellington
In England a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development under Class C if it projects no more than 150 mm beyond the roof slope and sits no higher than the ridge. 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.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. The Future Homes and Buildings Standards, published in March 2026, apply from 24 March 2027 and keep the 2.2 W/m²K limit for rooflights.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Roof lanterns prices in Wellington
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
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Neighbouring towns
Related work in Wellington
Roof lanterns in Wellington: questions
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.
Aluminium or uPVC?
Aluminium gives slimmer bars and a longer life; uPVC costs less. We fit both.
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 you fit roof lanterns in Wellington?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Wellington and across Shropshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Wellington?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
