Rooflight upstands & kerbs for Ballymena: the essentials
We handle rooflight upstands & kerbs across County Antrim, including Ballymena. In short: insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Many Northern Irish homes have later flat-roofed kitchen extensions where an old dome can be swapped for glass. Think of rooflight upstands & kerbs for new flat-roof openings and rooflight replacements.
Ballymena sits about 24 km from Magherafelt and 33 km from Newtownabbey, and we cover the whole BT42 postcode district and the roads in between.
Choices for your Ballymena project
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Correct height above the finished roof
- Insulated to avoid a cold bridge
Before you order: points to check
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Do you need permission in Ballymena?
Most rooflights on houses in Northern Ireland are permitted development under Class B, but not in a conservation area or on a listed building's curtilage. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
Northern Ireland's energy rules assess rooflight U-values in the vertical position — unlike England and Wales — and expect 1.6 W/m²K or Band C for replacements. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Ballymena
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Ballymena address.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Questions about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Ballymena
What roof coverings do you work with?
Single-ply, EPDM, felt, GRP and liquid-applied systems — or we coordinate with your roofer.
How high should a rooflight upstand be?
High enough to meet the rooflight manufacturer's minimum above the finished roof surface — commonly 150 mm. On roofs with deep finishes, such as green roofs, it needs to be taller.
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.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Ballymena?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Do you offer rooflight upstands & kerbs in Ballymena?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in Ballymena and across County Antrim. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
