Roof lantern upstands in York
For roof lantern upstands in York, start with the guide prices on this page, then send photos and measurements for a fixed written quote covering YO1.
Price a roof lantern upstand for York
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for York projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 59.5° high over York, 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 York
We confirm the delivery cost and date for YO1 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 YO1 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to YO1 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for York
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 |
| 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 York
England's Approved Document L caps the U-value of new or replacement rooflights in existing homes at 2.2 W/m²K, calculated with the glass horizontal.
Lanterns on permitted development extensions are part of the extension's height limits. Adding one to an existing roof is different: over 150 mm of projection can mean a planning application.
Building regulations in York 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 York
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.
Can you fit a roof lantern in York?
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 York?
With the midsummer sun about 59.5° high at noon, roof glass in York gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.