How we approach rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels
Thinking about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels? 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.
Scottish weather is hard on roofs, so we specify rooflights and roof windows with exposure in mind and fit upstands with generous heights. Rooflight upstands & kerbs suit roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
Galashiels is the main town we list in the Scottish Borders; we also cover nearby Selkirk and Hawick.
Specification options
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Built square to the rooflight size
- Correct height above the finished roof
What to check first
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Consents for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels
In Scotland most rooflights on houses fall under Class 2B permitted development; in a conservation area, or on a listed building, consent is needed. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
Scotland's Technical Handbook (section 6) asks for windows, doors and rooflights in an extension to average 1.4–1.6 W/m²K, with no single unit worse than 3.3 W/m²K. Forming a new opening normally involves structural work, so check with the local authority verifier whether a building warrant is needed.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
Guide prices for Galashiels
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Galashiels, 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 |
From enquiry to finished job
- Tell us what you have. Send the TD1 postcode, a rough size and a couple of photos.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels: questions
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.
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.
Is the survey in Galashiels free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
Do you offer rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in Galashiels and across the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
