Roof lantern upstands in Derry
Need a roof lantern upstand in Derry? Send your postcode and lantern size and we will quote a fixed price in writing, with delivery to BT47 or fitting where we have cover.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Derry
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Derry projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
Winter daylight in Derry lasts about 7h 10m, against 17h 22m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Derry
Delivery to BT47 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for BT47 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to Northern Ireland is by arrangement: we confirm the carrier, any sea-freight charge and the date on your quote before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Derry
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 4.8 m | £245£204 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 1500 mm | 5.0 m | £245£204 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 2500 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 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 Derry
Energy standards for lanterns in Northern Ireland come from the Building Regulations (NI) 2012 and Technical Booklet F1.
Check Northern Ireland's permitted development rules with your district council, especially for listed buildings and conservation areas.
Building regulations in Derry are checked by your district council's building control service. Replacement and new rooflights are controlled work in most cases. Your council's building control service will confirm whether an application is needed.
Sources: Building Regulations, Department of Finance NI · Planning permission: when to apply, nidirect
Questions from Derry
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.
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.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Derry?
Yes. Delivery to Derry (BT47) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Derry?
We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.