Rooflight upstands & kerbs for Richmond: the essentials
We handle rooflight upstands & kerbs across Greater London, including Richmond. 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 London roofs are reached only through the house or over neighbouring property, so lifting heavy glass is planned at survey rather than on the day. In Richmond, as anywhere, rooflight upstands & kerbs are the usual choice for roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
We work across Greater London, including Richmond, and in neighbouring towns such as Twickenham and Isleworth. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Richmond project
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
- Membrane dressed up and sealed
Before you order: points to check
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
Planning and building rules for Richmond
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.
For English homes the energy rules ask for rooflights of 2.2 W/m²K or better and roof windows of 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B); most modern double glazed units meet both. 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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Richmond
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Richmond, scaffold, a hoist for heavy glass, or a new structural opening can move the figure, which is why we survey first.
| 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 TW9 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- 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.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs near Richmond
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Common questions
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.
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Richmond?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Can you work alongside my builder in Richmond?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
