We repair roof lanterns and flat rooflights in Loughton and the IG10 area. Most problems are a failed seal, capping, eaves or kerb detail, and can be repaired without replacing the lantern.
Repairs we carry out in Loughton
Leaks and weatherproofing
- Leak repairs
- Resealing
- Glazing bars and cappings
- Ridge and hips
- Eaves beams and gutters
- Upstands and kerbs
- Roof junctions
Glass, condensation and heat
Frames, vents and finishes
Inspection, maintenance and make-safe
Replacement, orangeries and commercial
Most repairs in Loughton fall between £165 and £595 ex VAT per lantern; glass units are priced per unit and a replacement lantern starts from £1,995. See all guide prices.
Covering Loughton and nearby
Drier, sunnier parts of the UK are kinder to seals than the wet west, but strong sun ages sealant, gaskets and plastic end caps, and south- or west-facing lanterns can make rooms very warm. Solar control glass and an opening vent help.
We cover Loughton as part of Essex, about 18 miles from Chelmsford.
Neighbouring places we cover include Chingford (3 miles), Woodford Green (4 miles), Waltham Abbey (4 miles).
Rules for lantern work in England
Most lantern repairs in England need no approval at all. Where a job turns into a replacement, the Building Regulations 2010 apply and we confirm how the work will be signed off before we start. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the local council for alterations, and conservation areas can have extra controls; like-for-like repairs are treated differently from changes, so check with the council's conservation officer first.
Roof lantern repairs in Loughton: questions
How do I get a price for roof lantern repairs in Loughton?
Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Loughton postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.
Can you repair a lantern someone else installed in Loughton?
Yes. We repair lanterns whoever fitted them. If yours is still under the installer's warranty, contact them first so you don't affect it.
Which places near Loughton do you cover?
As well as Loughton, we cover nearby Chingford, Woodford Green, Waltham Abbey, Cheshunt and the rest of Essex.