Roof lantern upstands in Chester
Need a roof lantern upstand in Chester? Send your postcode and lantern size and we will quote a fixed price in writing, with delivery to CH1 or fitting where we have cover.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Chester
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Chester projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 60.2° high over Chester, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Made to match the lantern's external size
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
Delivery and fitting in Chester
Your quote includes delivery to Chester at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Chester before quoting.
Delivery to CH1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Chester
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1500 × 1500 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 8.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 3000 mm | 9.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
Guide prices include VAT at 20%, upstand only, supply only. Upstands are made to match the lantern's external size; your fixed price is confirmed in writing before you order.
Planning and building regulations for Chester
In England, building regulations energy guidance sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new and replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured horizontally.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in Chester are checked by your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. Replacing a rooflight in an existing home is building work. Installers registered with a competent person scheme can self-certify; otherwise building control must be involved.
Sources: Approved Document L, GOV.UK · Planning Portal
Questions from Chester
Can I order a lantern before the upstand is built?
Yes, if you build the upstand to the lantern's stated external size. Many people order the lantern and upstand together so they match.
What height should my upstand be?
High enough to keep water away from the lantern seal, commonly at least 150 mm above the finished roof surface. Follow the instructions for your chosen range.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Chester?
With the midsummer sun about 60.2° high at noon, roof glass in Chester gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Chester?
Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for CH1.