Send photos of your lantern in Newtown (SY16) 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 Newtown
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 Newtown: 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.
Roof lanterns in Newtown
Damp, mild winters keep moss and algae growing on flat roofs and lantern frames, which holds water against seals and blocks weep slots. Regular clearing makes a real difference in wetter areas.
Close by, we also cover Welshpool (12 miles), Llandrindod Wells (19 miles), Machynlleth (24 miles).
Do you need permission?
Straightforward repairs — resealing, gaskets, cappings, eaves and like-for-like parts — don't normally need building regulations approval in Wales. Replacing the whole lantern or enlarging the opening is different and falls under the Building Regulations 2010 (as applied in Wales); we confirm in writing which route applies before any replacement. Listed buildings in Wales need listed building consent from the local planning authority for alterations, with Cadw guidance on historic buildings; check with the council before changing a lantern on a listed property.
Roof lantern repairs in Newtown: questions
Do you cover Newtown?
Yes. We cover Newtown, including the SY16 postcode area, as part of Powys. 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 Newtown?
Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Newtown postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.
Do you need to visit to price roof lantern repairs?
Not always. Clear photos are often enough for a guide price. Where the cause isn't obvious, a visit to inspect and water-test is charged from £145 ex VAT, confirmed before we come.