Roof lantern upstands in Ewell
We quote roof lantern upstands for Ewell and the rest of Surrey, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Ewell
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Ewell projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
In midsummer the noon sun stands about 62.1° high over Ewell, so roof glazing gets the full strength of it. That is why solar-control glass is worth considering on larger lanterns here.
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
- Level and square for a correct fit
- Prefabricated insulated or site-built timber
Delivery and fitting in Ewell
Delivery to KT17 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
Fitting in Ewell can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.
Delivery to KT17 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Ewell
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 Ewell
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 Ewell 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 Ewell
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.
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.
How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Ewell?
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 KT17.
Can you fit a roof lantern in Ewell?
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.