Roof lantern upstands in Tamworth
Ordering a roof lantern upstand for a project in Tamworth? Tell us the lantern size and roof details and we will confirm the price, lead time and how it reaches B79.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Tamworth
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Tamworth projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
At 52.63°N, Tamworth sees roughly 7h 38m of daylight in late December and 16h 51m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Made to match the lantern's external size
- Level and square for a correct fit
Delivery and fitting in Tamworth
We confirm the delivery cost and date for B79 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 B79 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to B79 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Tamworth
Guide prices for an insulated upstand on its own, by lantern size, including VAT:
| Lantern kerb size | Perimeter | Insulated upstand, guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 × 2000 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1500 × 1500 mm | 6.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 2500 mm | 7.0 m | £295£246 ex VAT |
| 1000 × 3000 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 Tamworth
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 Tamworth 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 Tamworth
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 Tamworth?
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.
Who checks building regulations for a lantern in Tamworth?
Your local authority building control team or a registered building control approver. For a lantern in a new extension it forms part of the extension's approval; replacements in existing homes have their own rules.