The average cost for a complete conservatory build ranges from £10,000 to £30,000. If you are only upgrading an existing conservatory to a warm roof system, the cost will be lower. However, due to the bespoke nature of conservatories, a site survey is necessary for a more precise price assessment.

The cost of a new conservatory can depend on factors, such as:

• The type of roof
• The install site - including ground structure, pipes and manholes, which may need to be moved
• Frames including required opening, colours and glass
• The size of the conservatory
• The style of conservatory
• Type of glazing
• Site accessibility

Planning permission requirements vary based on your property's location, conservatory size, and installation spot. We recommend consulting your local council to clarify. Generally, projections under 3m from your property's rear are acceptable.

Building Regulations vary by conservatory type. Glass or polycarbonate roofs normally don't require them, but for orangeries or solid roofs, they're necessary.

For a full new conservatory build, including base and frames, it could take several weeks. After our on-site assessment, we'll provide a more accurate timeframe, but variables like size and design influence the timeline.

A conservatory is a fully glazed structure with a brick base and a pitched glazed roof, whereas an orangery is a brick structure with large windows and a flat roof with a glass centre.

While both offer more space and light, orangeries have more brickwork, lending them greater insulation for year-round use.

A conservatory becomes an extension if it features solid walls, substantial glazing, or integrated heating, usually requiring planning permission.

You can enhance the insulation efficiency of your conservatory with double glazing windows, thermal blinds, and consider upgrading to a warm, solid, tiled roof solution for year round temperature regulation.

Cleaning a conservatory roof can help maintain its appearance and functionality. Here's a simple guide:

• Roof panels made from glass or polycarbonate ideally should be cleaned every three or four months using a mild soap, warm water solution and long handled soft brushed.
• To avoid obstruction of gutters, as and when required leaves and debris should be cleared from gutters.
• Don’t use any form of solvent-based abrasive cleaner.
• Don’t lean ladders directly against plastic material that may be damaged, I.e., gutters, PVCu frames, roof sheets etc.
• Don’t attempt to walk on a conservatory roof. If you do need to go on the roof, crawler boards must be used at all times.