Roof lantern upstands in Wilmslow
For roof lantern upstands in Wilmslow, start with the guide prices on this page, then send photos and measurements for a fixed written quote covering SK9.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Wilmslow
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Wilmslow projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 60.1° high over Wilmslow, 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
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
Delivery and fitting in Wilmslow
Delivery to SK9 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Wilmslow before quoting.
Delivery to SK9 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Wilmslow
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 1500 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 2500 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 3000 mm | 8.0 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 Wilmslow
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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow
Who makes the upstand weatherproof?
Your roofer, by dressing the roof membrane up the outside of the upstand. The lantern then sits over it.
Do I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Wilmslow?
Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district, borough or unitary council before ordering.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Wilmslow?
Yes. Delivery to Wilmslow (SK9) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.