What do rooflight upstands & kerbs involve?
Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire means insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. Every quote follows a survey of the roof and the room below.
Many Scottish homes have dormers and attic rooms where an extra roof window adds light without a full dormer. Short winter days in Scotland make every square metre of overhead glass count, so rooflight sizing matters.
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Options we can specify
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Built square to the rooflight size
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
Planning and building rules in Scotland
Planning rules in Scotland differ: rooflights are treated as external alterations under Class 2B, with no permitted development in conservation areas. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
Scottish energy standards for glazing, including rooflights, use an area-weighted average of 1.4–1.6 W/m²K in extensions, so most modern units comply comfortably. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
What do rooflight upstands & kerbs cost in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Guide prices for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are the same as anywhere we work — what changes the price is the job: access, structure, scaffold and finishing.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large or raised upstand | £715 – £1,195 | £595 – £995 |
| Standard insulated upstand Typical | £475 – £715 | £395 – £595 |
| Small upstand on new roof | £355 – £475 | £295 – £395 |
How the job runs
- Tell us about the roof. Send the postcode, rough sizes and a photo or two through the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool.
- Free survey. For new installations a surveyor measures the opening, checks the roof build-up and talks through glass and options.
- Fixed written quote. You get the product, the work and the price in writing. Nothing is ordered or paid for until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We fit, seal and make good, then hand over product data, warranties and any certificate paperwork.
Upstands & kerbs in nearby areas
Common questions
Does every rooflight need an upstand?
Flat and dome rooflights do. Pitched roof windows use flashing kits instead.
Can I build the upstand myself?
Your builder can, to our drawing. We check it before the rooflight is fitted, because the unit must sit square and level.
Why is my rooflight cold around the edge?
Usually an uninsulated upstand. Insulating the kerb and lining the reveal fixes most cold spots.
What roof coverings do you work with?
Single-ply, EPDM, felt, GRP and liquid-applied systems — or we coordinate with your roofer.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
