Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Kelso: what is involved?
For Kelso homes and buildings we offer rooflight upstands & kerbs: insulated kerbs built and waterproofed to suit your rooflight. We measure first, specify to the opening and confirm any planning or building-control points before quoting.
Scottish weather is hard on roofs, so we specify rooflights and roof windows with exposure in mind and fit upstands with generous heights. Think of rooflight upstands & kerbs for roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
Kelso is around 24 km from Galashiels, and we survey and fit throughout that part of the Scottish Borders, including the TD5 district.
Choices for your Kelso project
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Proprietary insulated kerbs
- Fixings and falls agreed with the rooflight maker
- Built square to the rooflight size
Before you order: points to check
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
- Minimum upstand height is set by the rooflight manufacturer — commonly 150 mm above the finished roof
Consents for rooflight upstands & kerbs in Kelso
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. Flats and tenements are outside householder permitted development, so check with the planning authority first.
Under the Scottish building standards, replacement rooflights should average 1.6 W/m²K or better, and no individual unit should exceed 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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Kelso
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Kelso, 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
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Kelso address.
- Measure and check. A surveyor visits Kelso, 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 Kelso
Can an old upstand be reused?
If it is sound, square, insulated and the right size. Often it is cheaper to rebuild than adapt.
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.
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 Kelso 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 Kelso?
Yes. We carry out rooflight upstands & kerbs in Kelso and across the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
