Roof lantern upstands in Stafford
Need a roof lantern upstand in Stafford? Send your postcode and lantern size and we will quote a fixed price in writing, with delivery to ST16 or fitting where we have cover.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Stafford
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Stafford projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
On the shortest day Stafford gets about 7h 36m of daylight, with the sun only 13.8° 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
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
Delivery and fitting in Stafford
We confirm the delivery cost and date for ST16 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 ST16 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to ST16 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Stafford
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 |
| 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 Stafford
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.
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 Stafford 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 Stafford
Do I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
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 Stafford?
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 Stafford?
Yes. Delivery to Stafford (ST16) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.