How we approach roof lanterns in Jarrow
Our roof lanterns service in Jarrow covers hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. Every job starts with a survey of the opening, the roof covering and the room below, and a fixed written price.
Older flat-roofed extensions in the North East are often due a new roof covering — the right time to upgrade the rooflight too. Roof lanterns suit orangeries, kitchen-diners and single-storey extensions.
Jarrow sits about 2 km from Hebburn and 3 km from Wallsend, and we cover the whole NE32 postcode district and the roads in between.
Choices for your Jarrow project
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Opening vents with electric control
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Internal and external colours
- Double or triple glazed with solar-control options
- Can include opening vents
Things we check at survey
- Plaster-box depth affects how the lantern looks from below
- Larger lanterns may need a steel or timber ring beam
Consents for roof lanterns in Jarrow
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. A rooflight on a side-facing slope must be obscure-glazed, and fixed shut unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
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. Replacing a rooflight or roof window can be self-certified by an installer registered with an authorised competent person scheme; otherwise building control approval is needed.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
What do roof lanterns cost in Jarrow?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Jarrow, 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
- Tell us what you have. Send the NE32 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- 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.
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Roof lanterns in Jarrow: 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.
Aluminium or uPVC?
Aluminium gives slimmer bars and a longer life; uPVC costs less. We fit both.
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.
Do you fit roof lanterns in Jarrow?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Jarrow and across Tyne and Wear. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Can you work alongside my builder in Jarrow?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
