Conservatory Estimates and Options for First Timer

[tomkap]

Hi,

I am getting a new buuilt home and have plans to add a conservatory to it. We are first time home buyers and hence learning about conservatories also, as we progress!

We are thinking of a lean-to conservatory with 4.5M width and 3M projection using self cleaning blue glass for roof and double glazes window frames. We are planning to use for dining all year around and to maintain temperate would be adding a electric heater. Few questions I had were;

1. Would these glass options keep the space warm/cold?
2. How much would one normally spend on a conservatory like this - looking for estimates as full build i.e. foundation, build, flooring, insulation works, electrical works etc..
3. Would one need planning/building permit for this, if the land has permitted development rights?

Thanks,
Tom

 

[tomkap]

If its a new build house can't you get a proper room put in if the house is too small?

Generally conservatory's are un-usably freezing in winter and too hot in the middle of summer. I've yet to see any that was usable all year as a normal room without insane heating costs.

If you want it to be usable all year you really need a proper slate/tile roof and then just lots of windows around like a proper sun room.

As for point 3. if it is a new build property you don't have any permitted development i don't think so you'd need planning for anything?

New build home as part of a large project by builders and those arent very flexible really when it comes to design changes and hence we couldn't add any rooms. Good to hear about the functionality of the room - my plan is to install the best/affortable solution using glasses with low U values to make it as efficient as possible.

Any take on cost involved?