Roof lantern upstands in Ross-on-Wye
For roof lantern upstands in Ross-on-Wye, start with the guide prices on this page, then send photos and measurements for a fixed written quote covering HR9.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Ross-on-Wye
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Ross-on-Wye projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
On the shortest day Ross-on-Wye gets about 7h 45m of daylight, with the sun only 14.6° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Level and square for a correct fit
Delivery and fitting in Ross-on-Wye
Delivery to HR9 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Ross-on-Wye can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to HR9 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Ross-on-Wye
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 Ross-on-Wye
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.
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 Ross-on-Wye 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 Ross-on-Wye
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Ross-on-Wye?
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 HR9.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Ross-on-Wye?
With the midsummer sun about 61.5° high at noon, roof glass in Ross-on-Wye gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.