Roof lantern upstands in Deal
We quote roof lantern upstands for Deal and the rest of Kent, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Deal
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Deal projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
On the shortest day Deal gets about 7h 52m of daylight, with the sun only 15.3° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Deal
We confirm the delivery cost and date for CT14 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
Fitting in Deal can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to CT14 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Deal
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1200 × 1200 mm | 4.8 m | £245£204 ex VAT |
| 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 |
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 Deal
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 Deal 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 Deal
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Deal?
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.
Do you deliver roof lanterns to Deal?
Yes. Delivery to Deal (CT14) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.