Roof lantern upstands in Kingston upon Hull
We quote roof lantern upstands for Kingston upon Hull and the rest of the East Riding of Yorkshire, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Kingston upon Hull
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Kingston upon Hull projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
Winter daylight in Kingston upon Hull lasts about 7h 25m, against 17h 05m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
Delivery and fitting in Kingston upon Hull
Delivery to HU1 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 Kingston upon Hull before quoting.
Delivery to HU1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Kingston upon Hull
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 |
| 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 Kingston upon Hull
For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull
Who makes the upstand weatherproof?
Your roofer, by dressing the roof membrane up the outside of the upstand. The lantern then sits over it.
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 you fit a roof lantern in Kingston upon Hull?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Kingston upon Hull?
With the midsummer sun about 59.7° high at noon, roof glass in Kingston upon Hull gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.