Rooflight upstands & kerbs in Leeds: what is involved?
We handle rooflight upstands & kerbs across West Yorkshire, including Leeds. 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.
Exposed Pennine and coastal towns in Yorkshire need upstand and flashing details built for wind-driven rain. Rooflight upstands & kerbs suit new flat-roof openings and rooflight replacements.
Leeds is the main town we list in West Yorkshire; we also cover nearby Morley and Pudsey.
Specification options
- Upstands to suit single-ply, felt, GRP or liquid roofs
- Timber upstands with insulation
- Internal plaster-box linings
- Raised upstands for deep green or ballasted roofs
- Upstand repairs and rebuilds
- Insulated to avoid a cold bridge
- Built square to the rooflight size
Before you order: points to check
- Membrane compatibility with the rooflight's sealants
- Insulation continuity around the upstand affects condensation
Do you need permission in Leeds?
Most rooflights on English houses do not need planning permission, provided they keep within 150 mm of the roof surface and below the ridge line. Listed buildings need listed building consent, flats have no householder permitted development rights, and an Article 4 direction can remove the rights in some conservation areas.
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.
Read the planning permission guide before you commit to a design.
What do rooflight upstands & kerbs cost in Leeds?
These are typical supply-and-fit ranges. For an address in Leeds, 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
- Send the details. Postcode, rough size and a photo of the roof and room.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Fixed quote. Product, work and price in writing — nothing is ordered until you agree.
- Fit and make good. We fit, seal, test and finish the reveal, then hand over the paperwork.
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Questions about rooflight upstands & kerbs in Leeds
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.
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.
Do I need to be at home for the survey in Leeds?
Yes — someone needs to let us into the room below and, where possible, show us how the roof is reached.
Can you work alongside my builder in Leeds?
Yes. On new extensions we fit once the opening and upstand are ready and coordinate dates with your builder.
