What do rooflight upstands & kerbs in Tamworth involve?
We handle rooflight upstands & kerbs across Staffordshire, including Tamworth. 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.
Many Midlands semis have had a single-storey rear extension added, and a larger flat rooflight or lantern is often the change that makes it feel finished. In Tamworth, as anywhere, rooflight upstands & kerbs are the usual choice for roofs where the old kerb is low, cold or leaking.
We work across Staffordshire, including Tamworth, and in neighbouring towns such as Lichfield and Sutton Coldfield. Access, parking and how the glass reaches the roof are all checked at the survey.
Choices for your Tamworth project
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Internal plaster-box linings
- 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
- Upstand size must match the unit within a tight tolerance
Do you need permission in Tamworth?
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. 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.
Building Regulations Approved Document L sets a limiting U-value of 2.2 W/m²K for new or replacement rooflights in existing homes, measured in the horizontal plane; roof windows need 1.4 W/m²K or a Band B energy rating. In an extension, glazing including rooflights is normally limited to 25% of the new floor area plus any windows or doors the extension covers, unless a whole-house calculation shows otherwise.
See our building regulations guide for U-values, glazing limits and self-certification.
Rooflight upstands & kerbs prices in Tamworth
Prices below are shown including and excluding VAT. In Tamworth, 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 |
How the job runs
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Tamworth address.
- Survey. We measure the opening, check the roof build-up and agree the options.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Common questions
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.
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 you work alongside my builder in Tamworth?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
Is the survey in Tamworth free?
Yes for new installations. Repair visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we book.
