How we approach rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton
Thinking about rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton? 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.
Period cottages and conservation-area streets are common in the South East, so slim conservation rooflights are often the right choice. Rooflight upstands & kerbs suit roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
We work across Hampshire, including New Milton, and in neighbouring towns such as Christchurch and Bournemouth. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Options we can specify in New Milton
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
- Matched to your roof covering
Before you order: points to check
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
Do you need permission in New Milton?
English householder permitted development (Class C) normally covers rooflights that stand no more than 0.15 m proud of the roof plane and stay below the highest part of the roof. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
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. In an extension, glazing including rooflights is normally limited to 25% of the new floor area plus any windows or doors the extension covers, unless a whole-house calculation shows otherwise.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in New Milton
Guide prices for rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton 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 |
The process, step by step
- 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.
- 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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Questions about rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
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 you offer rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in New Milton and across Hampshire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
How do I book a survey in New Milton?
Send your postcode and, if you can, a photo of the roof and the room. We offer a survey date when we reply.
