- Guide price
- £2,850–£4,950
- Survey
- Free for new and replacement roofs
- Quote
- Fixed, in writing
- Coverage
- England, Wales, Scotland, NI
East Ayrshire at a glance
- Largest towns
- Kilmarnock, Cumnock, Stewarton
- Postcode areas
- KA
- Building standards
- East Ayrshire Council
- Neighbouring areas
- South Ayrshire · North Ayrshire · East Renfrewshire · Renfrewshire
- Guide price region
- Scotland (−5% on West Midlands rates)
How much does a rooflight upstand cost in East Ayrshire?
Guide prices including VAT at Scotland rates. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
| Job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, insulation + 1 rooflight upstand | £2,850–£4,950 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM, new deck + insulation | £2,650–£4,650 |
| Extension (20 m²), EPDM with sedum green roof | £4,200–£7,700 |
Which flat roofs are common in East Ayrshire?
Flat roofs in East Ayrshire sit on shops with flat-roofed rear stores below flats, terraced streets with flat-roofed rear kitchens and bathrooms and 1930s semis with flat-roofed garages and kitchen extensions. Scotland averages roughly 1,570 mm of rain a year, with the west far wetter than the east, so drainage, falls and wind uplift are part of every specification we write. Approximate 1991–2020 regional averages based on Met Office data.
Building standards in Scotland
In Scotland a building warrant is usually needed for alterations, structural work and new roofs; like-for-like repairs to a covering can be exempt. Section 6 of the technical handbooks sets a domestic roof benchmark of 0.12 W/m²K, applied as far as reasonably practicable on an existing roof. In East Ayrshire the application goes to East Ayrshire Council (building standards). More on the rules.
Should I choose a fixed or an opening rooflight, or a lantern?
Choose a fixed rooflight if you only want daylight, an opening one if the room needs ventilation, and a lantern if you want a raised, pitched glazed feature over a larger space.
- Fixed flat rooflights are the simplest and usually the cheapest option. They have the fewest moving seals, and the upstand detail is straightforward.
- Opening rooflights can be manual or electric, and electric units often include a rain sensor that closes them automatically. They need a power supply planned in before the ceiling is finished. Some are designed as hatches to give access to the roof.
- Roof lanterns have a framed, pitched glazed top that brings in more light and adds height to the room. They are heavier and larger, so the upstand has to be strong, level and square, and the joists around the opening may need strengthening.
Whatever you choose, it helps to settle on the unit before the roof is built, so the upstand can be made to the maker's sizes. If you've already chosen one, we build the upstand to suit it.
Which towns in East Ayrshire do we cover?
Rooflights in flat roofs in East Ayrshire: questions
Which towns in East Ayrshire do you cover?
All of East Ayrshire. The main towns have their own pages below, and if yours isn't listed we still cover it: send your postcode and we'll confirm.
How much does a rooflight upstand cost in East Ayrshire?
£2,850–£4,950 for a 20 m² insulated EPDM extension roof with one rooflight upstand, at Scotland guide rates including VAT. The fixed price comes after a free survey for new and replacement roofs.
Which postcode areas do you cover in East Ayrshire?
All of East Ayrshire, including the KA postcode areas. Send your full postcode and we'll confirm.
Will an opening rooflight let rain in if I leave it open?
Many electric opening rooflights include a rain sensor that closes them automatically when it starts raining. With manual units, it's up to you to close them.
Do you supply rooflights and lanterns?
We fit rooflights and lanterns as part of a flat roof job, but we don't sell them as a separate product. If you've chosen a unit, we'll build the upstand to suit it.
Why does my rooflight drip in winter?
If it only drips in cold weather and not when it rains, it is probably condensation on a cold, poorly insulated upstand or older glazing. Better ventilation helps, and an insulated kerb and modern unit usually fix it.
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