Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bangor, County Down: what is involved?
Thinking about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bangor, County Down? The short answer: insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. The longer answer depends on your roof, which is why we survey before we price.
Wind and rain off the Atlantic make upstand and flashing details important on Northern Irish roofs. Rooflight upstands & kerbs suit roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
Bangor, County Down is the main town we list in County Down; we also cover nearby Newtownards and Carrickfergus.
Choices for your Bangor, County Down project
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Insulated to avoid a cold bridge
- Matched to your roof covering
Before you order: points to check
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Consents for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bangor, County Down
Northern Ireland's householder permitted development allows rooflights within limits — no more than 15 cm projection on road-facing slopes and a 0.5 m margin from ridge, eaves and party walls. Listed buildings also need listed building consent from the council.
For homes in Northern Ireland, Technical Booklet F1 sets 1.6 W/m²K (or WER Band C) for replacement glazing including rooflights. Extensions follow a 25% glazing allowance in Technical Booklet F1.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Bangor, County Down
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
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Common questions
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.
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 you work alongside my builder in Bangor, County Down?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
Do you offer rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bangor, County Down?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bangor, County Down and across County Down. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
