In most cases, you won’t need planning permission to replace your conservatory roof with a solid roof if:
- Your conservatory is at the back of your house
- The replacement roof doesn’t exceed certain size limits
- The original conservatory was built under permitted development rights
Understanding Planning Permission vs Building Regulations
These are two different types of regulatory approval:
Planning Permission concerns how your property looks from the outside and how it affects the surrounding area. It’s about appearance, size, and location.
Building Regulations focus on safety, structural integrity, and energy efficiency. They ensure that any work meets certain standards.
When You Might Need Planning Permission
While most conservatory roof replacements fall under permitted development rules (meaning you don’t need planning permission), there are exceptions:
- If your property is in a conservation area or is a listed building
- If the original conservatory required planning permission
- If adding a solid roof would exceed permitted development size limits
If you’re unsure, it’s always best to check with your local planning authority. Many local councils have planning portals where you can find detailed information specific to your area.
We are more than happy to help you navigate this, and we have expertise in dealing with planning permission across the West Midlands.
Building Regulations
Even if you don’t need planning permission, you will almost certainly need building regulations approval when changing from a polycarbonate or glass roof to a solid tiled roof. This is because:
- The change may be considered a ‘change of use’ – turning your conservatory into an extension
- The existing conservatory structure must be checked to ensure it can support the heavier solid roof
- The thermal performance of the new roof must meet current standards
Building regulations ensure your new roof is safe, properly supported, and energy efficient. This is covered entirely by us, taking care of all the necessary paperwork and ensuring your new roof meets all current standards and requirements.
Our Conservatory Roof Options
At Windows & Doors 2 You, we offer three main types of conservatory roof replacement options for homeowners across the West Midlands:
Composite Conservatory Roofs
Our composite tiled conservatory roofs provide excellent thermal and sound insulation, making your conservatory usable all year round. They can dramatically reduce heat loss in winter and keep the space cooler in summer.
These solid roofs help your conservatory feel more like a proper extension of your home while still allowing you to add high-performance glass panels to let in plenty of natural light. With good insulation and reduced heat loss, they’re an energy-efficient option that can help lower your energy bills.
UPVC Conservatory Roofs
Our uPVC conservatory roofs offer a great balance of performance and value for those looking for a cost-effective option. They’re:
- Low maintenance
- Highly thermally efficient
- Extremely weatherproof
- Long-lasting (up to 35 years)
Despite being a budget-friendly choice, these roofs still offer impressive thermal performance, offering less heat loss and keeping your conservatory comfortable throughout the year.
Tiled Warm Conservatory Roofs
Our tiled warm conservatory roofs are the premium option for homeowners who want their conservatory to feel like part of their home. With honeycomb insulation, they offer outstanding levels of thermal efficiency, controlling the temperature year-round and helping to reduce your household energy use.
These solid tiled roofs also solve noise and sun glare issues that affect many old conservatories. Available in different colour tiles, they can be matched to complement the rest of your home, adding value to your property while improving its appearance.
Making the Right Choice
When deciding on a new solid conservatory roof, consider:
- Your budget
- How you use the space
- The condition of your existing conservatory structure
- Your energy efficiency goals
A solid roof replacement can transform an old conservatory that’s too hot in summer and too cold in winter into a comfortable space you can use all year round. For lots of homeowners, this makes it the best choice compared to keeping their glass or old polycarbonate roof.
Get Year-Round Use from Your Conservatory
At Windows & Doors 2 You, we can help with every aspect of your conservatory roof replacement, from advising on the best option for your needs to handling the regulatory approval process, to the installation, removal of old frames, and aftercare. We serve homeowners across Telford, Birmingham, Wolverhampton and the wider West Midlands.
The best way to decide on the best option for you is by seeing these roofs in person. You can do this at our showroom, where we will show you our range and answer any questions you might have. Open Monday-Friday, you can find us at Unit 27, Hortonwood 33, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 7EX.
If you have any questions or are ready to arrange a free, no-obligation quote, you can:
- Call us on 01952 474898
- Email us at info@windowsanddoors2you.co.uk
- Use our online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a solid conservatory roof make my conservatory too dark?
No, a new solid roof system can include glass panels and roof windows to ensure your conservatory retains plenty of natural light while enjoying better insulation.
How long does it take to replace a conservatory roof?
Most conservatory roof replacements can be completed in a week, depending on the size and complexity of the project.
Will a new solid tiled roof fit on my existing conservatory?
In most cases, yes. We’ll survey your existing conservatory to ensure it can support a new tiled roof. Sometimes additional reinforcement may be needed, which we can advise on during our assessment of the structure.
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