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Roof lantern replacement in Royton

Dealing with a lantern that's past repair in Royton (OL2)? We replace lanterns that are beyond economic repair, checking the kerb and re-making the junction, with a fixed price agreed in writing first.

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We're repair-first, but some lanterns are past it: distorted frames, rot through the main bars, or most of the glass failed. Send photos from Royton (OL2) and we'll tell you which it is — with the price agreed in writing before any work.

Two installers lowering a new aluminium roof lantern onto a prepared timber kerb

Is it time for roof lantern replacement?

  • Rotten timber throughout
  • Repeated leaks after previous repairs
  • Single-glazed or very poor thermal performance

What usually causes it?

Structural damage

Impact or movement distorts the frame.

Rot

Timber lanterns left unmaintained.

Roof lanterns in Royton

Wind-driven rain is the real test of a roof lantern, and the wetter west sees plenty of it. Leaks that appear only in a storm from one direction usually point to the cappings or eaves on that face — a useful clue when you send us photos.

Urban grime and traffic film dull glass and frames quickly; a clean and seal check makes a tired lantern look and perform much better.

Royton is around 7 miles from Manchester, and both are within our Greater Manchester coverage.

We also cover nearby Chadderton (2 miles), Oldham (2 miles), Middleton (3 miles).

How much should it cost?

Guide price, supplied and fitted£1,995–£4,995 ex VAT£2,394–£5,994 inc VAT

Typical range: £1,995–£4,995 ex VAT, which is £2,394–£5,994 with VAT, supplied and fitted. Towers or scaffold, where needed, are priced into the quote. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing before any work starts.

Do you need permission 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.

How does it work?

  1. Send photosWhatsApp or upload a few photos and tell us when it leaks.
  2. Guide priceWe reply with a guide price and whether a visit is needed.
  3. Fixed price in writingYou approve the price and the date before anything starts.
  4. Repair and testWe fix what's failed, water-test where it matters, and send photos.

Roof lantern replacement in Royton: questions

Do you cover Royton?

Yes. We cover Royton, including the OL2 postcode area, as part of Greater Manchester. 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.

Do you need to visit to price roof lantern replacement?

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.

How much does a replacement roof lantern cost?

Standard sizes typically £1,995–£4,995 ex VAT supplied and fitted; bespoke sizes and kerb rebuilds are priced on survey. You get the fixed price in writing first.

Will you tell me if repair is enough?

Yes. We'd rather do a repair that works than sell a lantern you don't need.

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