Send photos of your lantern in Romford (RM1) and we'll tell you what we think has failed, what it should cost, and whether we need to visit.
Repairs we carry out in Romford
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
Guide prices for Romford: everyday repairs such as resealing, cappings and eaves typically £165–£595 ex VAT, kerb rebuilds up to £1,295, and new lanterns from £1,995. See all guide prices.
Covering Romford 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.
Across London, many lanterns sit on rear extensions with access only through the house, so we protect floors and plan the work to keep time indoors to a minimum. Parking and any permits are factored into the quote.
Romford is around 15 miles from Westminster, and both are within our Greater London coverage.
Neighbouring places we cover include Hornchurch (2 miles), Dagenham (2 miles), Becontree (3 miles).
Rules for lantern work in England
Straightforward repairs — resealing, gaskets, cappings, eaves and like-for-like parts — don't normally need building regulations approval in England. Replacing the whole lantern or enlarging the opening is different and falls under the Building Regulations 2010; we confirm in writing which route applies before any replacement. 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 Romford: questions
Do you cover Romford?
Yes. We cover Romford, including the RM1 postcode area, as part of Greater London. Send photos by WhatsApp or the form for a free guide price, and we'll confirm the fixed price in writing before any work starts.
How do I get a price for roof lantern repairs in Romford?
Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Romford postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.
Which places near Romford do you cover?
As well as Romford, we cover nearby Hornchurch, Dagenham, Becontree, Ilford and the rest of Greater London.