How we approach roof lanterns in Bedworth
Thinking about roof lanterns in Bedworth? 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.
Midlands housing is a mix of Victorian terraces, inter-war semis and newer estates, and rear kitchen extensions with flat rooflights are a common upgrade. Think of roof lanterns for orangeries, kitchen-diners and single-storey extensions.
Bedworth is around 5 km from Nuneaton, and we survey and fit throughout that part of Warwickshire, including the CV12 district.
Options we can specify in Bedworth
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Internal and external colours
- Opening vents with electric control
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Light from every angle across the day
- Adds visual height to a single-storey room
What to check first
- Needs a strong, level kerb or upstand
- Some designs project above the roof enough to affect planning on certain houses
Planning, building control and Bedworth
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.
For English homes the energy rules ask for rooflights of 2.2 W/m²K or better and roof windows of 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B); most modern double glazed units meet both. 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.
What do roof lanterns cost in Bedworth?
Guide prices for roof lanterns in Bedworth 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 |
The process, step by step
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Bedworth, measures and checks structure and access.
- 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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Questions about roof lanterns in Bedworth
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.
Is the survey in Bedworth free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you fit roof lanterns in Bedworth?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Bedworth and across Warwickshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
