Change Conservatory Roof

Too hot in summer and too cold in winter.

Change conservatory roof.

Can i change my conservatory roof from transparent to solid. Prior to this change in regulation the law stated that to be considered a conservatory 75 of the roof needed to be translucent in order for the building to be constructed without planning permission. Replacing a conservatory roof structure with a solid roof is defined as material alteration work which means that it is covered by building regulations. Once you have decided on the replacement roof your installer will remove the existing conservatory roof and the windows and doors if needed and replace with your new conservatory roof.

In 2010 the planning regulations changed to allow conservatories to have a solid roof without the need for planning permission. In short the answer is yes you can. Providing an accurate quote for a replacement conservatory roof is difficult because each installation is 100 per cent bespoke and the cost depends on factors like size and the style of conservatory it will be added to. Insulation is also an option however which is considerably cheaper than replacing your entire roof but will offer all the advantages of doing so.

Changes of use do sometimes require planning permission so be sure to check with your local authority prior to any work beginning. Typically a roof replacement will be around 60 to 70 per cent cheaper than the cost of the same size conservatory a substantial saving. This is the most common problem suffered by polycarbonate conservatories. Polycarbonate conservatories have a reputation for being a cash drain due to poor energy efficiency.

To replace your glass conservatory roof contact your local ultraframe installer who will be able to explain the options to you. Upvc roofs can be replaced by solid brickwork which will make the temperature of your extension more habitable all year around. Replacing a glass or polycarbonate roof with a tiled one means changing the classification of a conservatory from a temporary to a permanent structure which is classed as a change of use.