Roof lantern upstands in St Andrews
We quote roof lantern upstands for St Andrews and the rest of Fife, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for St Andrews
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for St Andrews projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
Winter daylight in St Andrews lasts about 6h 52m, against 17h 43m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Made to match the lantern's external size
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
- Level and square for a correct fit
Delivery and fitting in St Andrews
We confirm the delivery cost and date for KY16 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in St Andrews before quoting.
Delivery to KY16 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for St Andrews
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 × 3000 mm | 8.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2500 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 St Andrews
Scottish building standards, including Section 6 on energy, apply here, and a building warrant is normally needed for extensions and structural alterations.
Planning in Scotland follows the Scottish permitted development order; your council confirms whether your lantern needs consent.
Building regulations in St Andrews are checked by your local authority building standards (verifier) service. Some like-for-like replacement work does not need a building warrant but must still meet the building standards. Your council's building standards service can confirm.
Sources: Building standards technical handbooks, gov.scot · Do I need planning permission?, mygov.scot
Questions from St Andrews
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in St Andrews?
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in St Andrews?
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 KY16.