Roof lantern upstands in Harrogate
We quote roof lantern upstands for Harrogate and the rest of North Yorkshire, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Harrogate
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Harrogate projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
At 53.99°N, Harrogate sees roughly 7h 22m of daylight in late December and 17h 09m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
Delivery and fitting in Harrogate
We confirm the delivery cost and date for HG1 on your quote. Lanterns arrive palletised, with the glass packed separately.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for HG1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to HG1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Harrogate
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 |
| 1500 × 2000 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 2500 mm | 8.0 m | £345£288 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 3000 mm | 9.0 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 Harrogate
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 Harrogate 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 Harrogate
Who makes the upstand weatherproof?
Your roofer, by dressing the roof membrane up the outside of the upstand. The lantern then sits over it.
Do I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Harrogate?
With the midsummer sun about 59.4° high at noon, roof glass in Harrogate gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.
Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Harrogate?
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.