Roof lantern upstands in West Bromwich
Ordering a roof lantern upstand for a project in West Bromwich? Tell us the lantern size and roof details and we will confirm the price, lead time and how it reaches B70.
Price a roof lantern upstand for West Bromwich
Postcode and kerb size first, then your details. We reply with a fixed written quote.
Lantern upstands for West Bromwich projects
Insulated upstands and kerbs that raise the lantern above the roof finish.
On the shortest day West Bromwich gets about 7h 39m of daylight, with the sun only 14.0° above the horizon at noon. Light from the sky overhead is the brightest available in winter, which is exactly what a roof lantern collects.
- Ordered with your lantern if you wish
- Made to match the lantern's external size
- Lifts the lantern clear of the roof finish
Delivery and fitting in West Bromwich
Your quote includes delivery to West Bromwich at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.
Need it fitted? Send your postcode and we will confirm whether we have fitting cover in West Bromwich before quoting.
Delivery to B70 is standard mainland delivery, priced for your postcode and confirmed in writing before you order.
Roof lantern upstands guide prices for West Bromwich
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 West Bromwich
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 West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich
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 you deliver roof lanterns to West Bromwich?
Yes. Delivery to West Bromwich (B70) is quoted for your exact postcode and confirmed in writing on your quote, together with the lead time.
Is it worth having solar-control glass in West Bromwich?
With the midsummer sun about 60.9° high at noon, roof glass in West Bromwich gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.