Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Oadby: what is involved?
Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Oadby means insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. We cover the LE2 district and the rest of Leicestershire, with a survey before any price is fixed.
Bungalows are common across parts of the Midlands, and sun tunnels or roof windows are a quick way to brighten internal hallways. Typical uses for rooflight upstands & kerbs include new flat-roof openings and rooflight replacements.
Jobs in Oadby are planned around access: whether the roof can be reached from the garden, whether a hoist or crane is needed, and where we can park. We check this when we measure.
Specification options
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Insulated to avoid a cold bridge
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
What to check first
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
Planning and building rules for Oadby
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.
Under Approved Document L, a rooflight added to an English home must achieve at least 2.2 W/m²K (horizontal plane), and a roof window 1.4 W/m²K or Window Energy Rating Band B. The Future Homes and Buildings Standards, published in March 2026, apply from 24 March 2027 and keep the 2.2 W/m²K limit for rooflights.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
What do rooflight upstands & kerbs cost in Oadby?
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Oadby, 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 |
The process, step by step
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Oadby address.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Oadby, measures and checks structure and access.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
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Common 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.
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.
Why is my rooflight cold around the edge?
Usually an uninsulated upstand. Insulating the kerb and lining the reveal fixes most cold spots.
Do you offer rooflight upstands & kerbs in Oadby?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in Oadby and across Leicestershire. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Oadby?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
