Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Eyemouth: what is involved?
We handle rooflight upstands & kerbs across the Scottish Borders, including Eyemouth. 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.
Stone villas, cottages and conservation areas across Scotland often call for conservation rooflights in slate roofs. In Eyemouth, as anywhere, rooflight upstands & kerbs are the usual choice for roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
We work across the Scottish Borders, including Eyemouth, and in neighbouring towns such as Kelso and Haddington. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Options we can specify in Eyemouth
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Built square to the rooflight size
- Matched to your roof covering
Things we check at survey
- 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
Planning, building control and Eyemouth
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 2B, other external alterations) can cover a rooflight that projects no more than 1 metre from the roof, but the right does not apply in conservation areas. Listed buildings need listed building consent where the work affects their character.
Scottish energy standards for glazing, including rooflights, use an area-weighted average of 1.4–1.6 W/m²K in extensions, so most modern units comply comfortably. Replacing a rooflight, frame included, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Eyemouth
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Eyemouth, 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 |
What happens next
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Eyemouth, measures and checks structure and access.
- Written price. You receive a fixed price listing the unit, the work and the lead time.
- Installation day. Usually one day into a prepared opening, longer for new openings.
Neighbouring towns
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Questions about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Eyemouth
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
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.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Eyemouth?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Is the survey in Eyemouth free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
