Roof lantern upstands in Newburn
We quote roof lantern upstands for Newburn and the rest of Tyne and Wear, matched to the exact size of your lantern, with the price confirmed in writing before you order.
Price a roof lantern upstand for Newburn
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for Newburn projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
Winter daylight in Newburn lasts about 7h 10m, against 17h 22m in midsummer. Glass in the roof makes the most of the short days, and the right glass keeps the long ones comfortable.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Roof membrane dressed up the outside
- Level and square for a correct fit
Delivery and fitting in Newburn
Delivery to NE15 is quoted for your postcode and arrives on pallets at the kerbside, so plan enough people to unload.
If you would like us to fit it, we will check fitting cover for NE15 and quote a fixed price after seeing photos or surveying.
Delivery to NE15 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for Newburn
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 Newburn
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.
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 Newburn 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 Newburn
Do I need an upstand for a roof lantern?
Yes. Lanterns are designed to sit on an upstand, never directly on the roof deck.
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 planning permission for a roof lantern in Newburn?
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.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in Newburn?
With the midsummer sun about 58.5° high at noon, roof glass in Newburn gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.