Roof lantern upstands in Hove
We quote roof lantern upstands for Hove and the rest of East Sussex, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Hove
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Hove projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 62.6° high over Hove, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Hove
Your quote includes delivery to Hove at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Hove can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to BN3 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Hove
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 |
| 1000 × 2500 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 3000 mm | 8.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2000 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 Hove
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.
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 Hove 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 Hove
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 I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Hove?
With the midsummer sun about 62.6° high at noon, roof glass in Hove gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Hove?
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.