Roof lantern upstands in Oldham
For roof lantern upstands in Oldham, start with the guide prices on this page, then send photos and measurements for a fixed written quote covering OL1.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Oldham
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Oldham projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
Winter daylight in Oldham lasts about 7h 27m, against 17h 03m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
Delivery and fitting in Oldham
We confirm the delivery cost and date for OL1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for OL1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to OL1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Oldham
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 Oldham
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
Planning-wise, a lantern on a new extension is judged as part of that extension, while one added to an existing roof can fall outside permitted development if it stands more than 150 mm proud.
Building regulations in Oldham 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 Oldham
Who makes the upstand weatherproof?
Your roofer, by dressing the roof membrane up the outside of the upstand. The lantern then sits over it.
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Oldham?
With the midsummer sun about 59.9° high at noon, roof glass in Oldham gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Oldham?
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.