Rooflight upstands & kerbs for Newtownards: the essentials
Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Newtownards means insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. We cover the BT22 district and the rest of County Down, with a survey before any price is fixed.
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.
We work across County Down, including Newtownards, and in neighbouring towns such as Bangor, County Down and Castlereagh. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Newtownards project
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Built square to the rooflight size
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
Things we check at survey
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Do you need permission in Newtownards?
In Northern Ireland, roof alterations come under Class B of the 2015 order: a rooflight facing a road must not project more than 15 cm and must sit at least 0.5 m from the ridge, eaves, verge and party wall. A side-facing window within 15 m of a neighbouring boundary must be obscure-glazed, and non-opening unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
For homes in Northern Ireland, Technical Booklet F1 sets 1.6 W/m²K (or WER Band C) for replacement glazing including rooflights. New dwellings must average 1.40 W/m²K across windows, roof windows and rooflights.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
What do rooflight upstands & kerbs cost in Newtownards?
Guide prices for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Newtownards 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Newtownards: questions
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.
Does every rooflight need an upstand?
Flat and dome rooflights do. Pitched roof windows use flashing kits instead.
Will I need planning permission in Newtownards?
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.
Can you work alongside my builder in Newtownards?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
