The upstand, or kerb, is the raised frame the lantern sits on. Send photos from Chippenham (SN15) and we'll tell you which it is — with the price agreed in writing before any work.
Is it time for upstand and kerb repairs?
- Water appearing below the lantern rather than from the glass
- Soft or spongy timber at the base of the lantern
- Ponding water against the kerb after rain
Common causes we find
Kerb too low
If the kerb doesn't rise enough above the finished roof, water sits against the joint during heavy rain.
Membrane not dressed up
The flat roof covering should run up the kerb and be trimmed or flashed. If it stops short, water gets behind it.
About Chippenham and the SN15 area
Most inland lantern leaks aren't storm damage; they're usually tired sealant, a lifted capping or blocked eaves drainage. All three are quick to find and fix once you know where to look.
We cover Chippenham as part of Wiltshire, about 16 miles from Swindon.
Close by, we also cover Trowbridge (10 miles), Bath (12 miles), Yate (14 miles).
Guide prices for upstand and kerb repairs in Chippenham
Guide price for upstand and kerb repairs: £395–£1,295 ex VAT (£474–£1,554 inc VAT), per lantern. Towers or scaffold, where needed, are priced into the quote. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
Do you need permission in England?
In England, like-for-like repairs to a roof lantern don't usually involve building control. A full replacement or a bigger opening is controlled under the Building Regulations 2010, so we set out the route in writing first. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the local council for alterations, and conservation areas can have extra controls; like-for-like repairs are treated differently from changes, so check with the council's conservation officer first.
How does it work?
- Send photosWhatsApp or upload a few photos and tell us when it leaks.
- Guide priceWe reply with a guide price and whether a visit is needed.
- Fixed price in writingYou approve the price and the date before anything starts.
- Repair and testWe fix what's failed, water-test where it matters, and send photos.
Upstand and kerb repairs in Chippenham: questions
How do I get a price for upstand and kerb repairs in Chippenham?
Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Chippenham postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.
Which places near Chippenham do you cover?
As well as Chippenham, we cover nearby Trowbridge, Bath, Yate, Swindon and the rest of Wiltshire.
Can you add insulation to the kerb?
Yes. Insulated kerbs reduce cold bridging and help with condensation around the opening.
Will my ceiling need repairing?
If water has soaked the lining it may need making good after the leak is fixed; we can advise, but internal decorating isn't included unless quoted.
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