Roof lantern upstands in Thetford
Need a roof lantern upstand in Thetford? Send your postcode and lantern size and we will quote a fixed price in writing, with delivery to IP24 or fitting where we have cover.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Thetford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Thetford projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
At 52.42°N, Thetford sees roughly 7h 40m of daylight in late December and 16h 49m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
- Made to match the lantern's external size
Delivery and fitting in Thetford
Your quote includes delivery to Thetford at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in Thetford before quoting.
Delivery to IP24 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Thetford
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 × 3000 mm | 8.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2500 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 Thetford
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.
On a permitted development extension the lantern counts towards the extension's height; on an existing roof, a rooflight projecting more than 150 mm may need planning permission.
Building regulations in Thetford 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 Thetford
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.
Who makes the upstand weatherproof?
Your roofer, by dressing the roof membrane up the outside of the upstand. The lantern then sits over it.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Thetford?
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 IP24.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Thetford?
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.