How we approach roof lanterns in Burgess Hill
Roof lanterns in Burgess Hill means hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. We cover the RH15 district and the rest of West Sussex, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement. Roof lanterns suit rooms that need height as well as light.
Neighbouring towns include Haywards Heath (5 km) and Portslade (14 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
What you can choose
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Opening vents with electric control
- Internal and external colours
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Double or triple glazed with solar-control options
- Light from every angle across the day
Things we check at survey
- Some designs project above the roof enough to affect planning on certain houses
- Needs a strong, level kerb or upstand
Planning, building control and Burgess Hill
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line. 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.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. 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.
Roof lanterns prices in Burgess Hill
Guide prices for roof lanterns in Burgess Hill 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 |
How the job runs
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Burgess Hill address.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Questions about roof lanterns in Burgess Hill
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.
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.
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 Burgess Hill?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Can you work alongside my builder in Burgess Hill?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
