How we approach rooflight upstands & kerbs in Sittingbourne
Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Sittingbourne means insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. We cover the ME10 district and the rest of Kent, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Many South East homes have been extended more than once, and an old dome over an earlier extension is often due for replacement. Think of rooflight upstands & kerbs for new flat-roof openings and rooflight replacements.
Neighbouring towns include Faversham (11 km) and Gillingham (14 km). We offer a survey date when we reply to your enquiry.
Options we can specify in Sittingbourne
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Built square to the rooflight size
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
Before you order: points to check
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
Consents for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Sittingbourne
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. 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.
What do rooflight upstands & kerbs cost in Sittingbourne?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Sittingbourne, 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Tell us what you have. Send the ME10 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Sittingbourne, measures and checks structure and access.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Questions about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Sittingbourne
What roof coverings do you work with?
Single-ply, EPDM, felt, GRP and liquid-applied systems — or we coordinate with your roofer.
Does every rooflight need an upstand?
Flat and dome rooflights do. Pitched roof windows use flashing kits instead.
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
Is the survey in Sittingbourne free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Sittingbourne?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
