Rooflight upstands & kerbs for Bexhill-on-Sea: the essentials
Thinking about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bexhill-on-Sea? 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.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement. In Bexhill-on-Sea, as anywhere, rooflight upstands & kerbs are the usual choice for roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
Neighbouring towns include Hastings (8 km) and Hailsham (15 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Choices for your Bexhill-on-Sea project
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Membrane dressed up and sealed
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
Before you order: points to check
- Minimum upstand height is set by the rooflight manufacturer — commonly 150 mm above the finished roof
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Consents for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bexhill-on-Sea
In England a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development under Class C if it projects no more than 150 mm beyond the roof slope and sits no higher than the ridge. A rooflight on a side-facing slope must be obscure-glazed, and fixed shut unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. Replacing a rooflight or roof window can be self-certified by an installer registered with an authorised competent person scheme; otherwise building control approval is needed.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Bexhill-on-Sea
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Bexhill-on-Sea, as elsewhere, making good inside and access equipment are the main variables.
| 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 what you have. Send the TN40 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
Neighbouring towns
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Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Bexhill-on-Sea: questions
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
Does every rooflight need an upstand?
Flat and dome rooflights do. Pitched roof windows use flashing kits instead.
What roof coverings do you work with?
Single-ply, EPDM, felt, GRP and liquid-applied systems — or we coordinate with your roofer.
How do I book a survey in Bexhill-on-Sea?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Bexhill-on-Sea?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
