Roof lantern upstands in Margate
Ordering a roof lantern upstand for a project in Margate? Tell us the lantern size and roof details and we will confirm the price, lead time and how it reaches CT9.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Margate
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Margate projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
On the shortest day Margate gets about 7h 51m of daylight, with the sun only 15.2° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Margate
Your quote includes delivery to Margate at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Fitting in Margate can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to CT9 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Margate
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 Margate
For homes in England, a new or replacement rooflight should achieve a U-value of 2.2 W/m²K or better in the horizontal position, under Approved Document L.
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 Margate 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 Margate
Do I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
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.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Margate?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Margate?
With the midsummer sun about 62.1° high at noon, roof glass in Margate gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.