Roof lantern upstands in Lerwick
We quote roof lantern upstands for Lerwick and the rest of the Highlands and Islands, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Lerwick
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Lerwick projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 53.3° high over Lerwick, 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
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Lerwick
Your quote includes delivery to Lerwick at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for ZE1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to ZE1 is by arrangement, as it falls in a Highlands, islands or remote postcode district. We confirm the cost and date on your quote before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Lerwick
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 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 |
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 Lerwick
Here the Building (Scotland) Regulations and the domestic Technical Handbook set the standards, with a building warrant usually required for extension work.
Your council will confirm whether your lantern is permitted development under Scotland's rules, particularly for listed buildings.
Building regulations in Lerwick 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 Lerwick
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 Lerwick?
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 Lerwick?
With the midsummer sun about 53.3° high at noon, roof glass in Lerwick gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.