Roof lanterns for Chippenham: the essentials
For Chippenham homes and buildings we offer roof lanterns: hipped glass lanterns that lift the ceiling of orangeries and extensions. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Barn and chapel conversions in the South West often need bespoke or shaped rooflights to suit the original structure. Roof lanterns suit rooms that need height as well as light.
We work across Wiltshire, including Chippenham, and in neighbouring towns such as Melksham and Devizes. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
What you can choose
- Rectangular, square or bespoke sizes
- Solar-control or self-cleaning glass
- Opening vents with electric control
- LED lighting in the plaster box
- Aluminium or uPVC systems
- Slim aluminium bars, more glass
- Classic look that suits period and modern homes
What to check first
- Larger lanterns may need a steel or timber ring beam
- Plaster-box depth affects how the lantern looks from below
Planning, building control and Chippenham
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. 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. 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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Roof lanterns prices in Chippenham
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Chippenham, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Tell us what you have. Send the SN15 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Chippenham, measures and checks structure and access.
- 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 Chippenham: questions
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.
Aluminium or uPVC?
Aluminium gives slimmer bars and a longer life; uPVC costs less. We fit both.
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.
Is the survey in Chippenham free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you fit roof lanterns in Chippenham?
Yes. We survey and fit roof lanterns in Chippenham and across Wiltshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
