Price of a conservatory

Investing in a conservatory is one way to boost the value of your home. The structures are available in wide-ranging sizes and styles from which to choose. You can opt for an orangery, a bespoke or Edwardian-style conservatory to take advantage of aesthetics, space, energy efficiency and security benefits. Modern extensions are designed for year-round use and integrate seamlessly with pre-existing structures.

Erecting an elaborate structure provides a fabulous way to transform the look and feel of your home. You can fulfil a wide variety of design requirements, including extending your home to create a new study, kitchen or living area. As a result, you gain valuable space.

When it comes to pricing, a broad array of factors impact the overall cost. These include size, types of materials, building foundations and more. The prices can range between £3,500 and £100,000. It is vital to identify your specific requirements before making the final decision.

Factors affecting conservatory pricing

Every conservatory project comes with distinct features and construction requirements. The cost factors are wide and varied; they are influenced in part by the base. The digging method  also impacts building costs.

The existing conditions may allow the use of digging machines or the foundations will be have to be dug by hand.

The overall price of a fully fitted structure incorporates installation costs as well as survey and certification if planning permission is required. Quoting exact prices can be difficult because each project differs in terms of style, size and other building factors.

Some of the key factors that determine how much your conservatory project will require include:

1 ) Materials

Materials impact overall costs of installation. Options like uPVC and aluminium are significantly cost effective rather than hardwood. Choice of the ideal material boils down to style and quality differences. Conservatories provide upmarket features and styling.

Prices for Aluminium Conservatories can range between £10,000 and £100,000 while uPVC can be supplied for as little as £3,500. The actual prices are determined by size and range of features. On the other hand, for the roof,glass units are pricier than polycarbonate conservatories.

2 ) Conservatory size

As can be expected, larger units require a bigger budget than smaller conservatories. You need to create a balance between your space requirements and the available budget.

3 ) Groundwork or foundations

The cost of erecting foundations is largely dependent on ground conditions. The presence of shrubs, trees or slopes will impact excavation costs. Deep strip foundations are more affordable but they require specific ground conditions. Trench fill foundations are easier to dig and complete but use a larger volume of concrete.

The contractor may discover unexpected underground impediments, such as damaged drains, wells, air-raid shelters, pipes or cables. We recommend that you set aside a contingency amount in the budget of 10 to 20 percent to cover the unknown. Unexpected obstructions are commonly found on older properties.

You can also do steel foundations and a suspended steel flooring.

4 ) Planning permission and building regulations

Applying for building planning permission increases the overall costs.

You should make provision for the payment of application fees, Architects fees, and in some cases structural survey calculations and costs.

5 ) Style

The choice of style can translate to higher or lower costs of installation. Complex designs, like the orangery are costly while a simple lean-toConservatory, style in uPVC is significantly cheaper.

Cost estimates by size

Based on conservatory installation costs in the United Kingdom, you can expect to pay between £3,500 supply only to  £20,000 fitted for a small unit.

Below you will find estimates based on common or standard conservatory sizes and styles. All the listed options are framed using Upvc.

- Small lean-to - £3,500 supply only to  £20,000 fitted

- Medium lean-to - £7,500 supply only to  £30,000 fitted

- Large lean-to - £12,000 supply only to  £48,000 fitted

Types of conservatories

1 ) Lean-to conservatories

Lean-to extensions are usually one sloped and are popular in the UK thanks to their relatively lower prices. They come with basic features and are easy to construct.

These units can integrate luxury extras, such as custom glass features and wide bifold doors.

Price range for lean-to conservatories

- Supply only from £3,500

- Fully fitted from £20,000

2 ) Victorian conservatory

Victorian-style designs provide equal parts aesthetic appeal and versatility. They are suitable for different types of homes and add a more contemporary look to any property. Slim line framing adds curved or angular lines to Victorian conservatories. They can be 3 faceted or 5 faceted or multi faceted.

Price range:

- Supply only from £4,000

- Fully fitted uPVC from £25,000

3 ) Edwardian conservatory

These units allow you to add a touch of elegance to your property. They can combine a traditional and contemporary look to create an eye-catching design that stands out. You can opt for glass 3 sided pitched or 4 sided pitched to suit your specific requirements or preferences.

Price range:

- Supply only from £5,000

- Fully fitted from £35,000

4 ) Gable conservatory

Gable-style conservatories are synonymous with luxury and usually feature custom designs. These majestic extensions are a variant of the Edwardianstyle.these are sloping two sides, They maximise light filtering into the room and provide height, which gives the unit a spacious feeling.

Price range:

- Supply only from £6,500

- Fully fitted from £40,000

5 ) "P" Shape conservatory

The structures come with an P-shaped floor plan. They can feature solid infill panels, dwarf walls or full glass sides. These may require building planning permission and are usually built as medium or larger rooms. The construction projects are more complex than other types of conservatories, as they are acombination  of lean to and Victorian or Edwardian roof types and need a valley to meet 2 different sloping angles.

Price range:

- Supply only from £8,500 to £15,000

- Fully fitted uPVC from £30,000

6 ) Orangery conservatory

Orangery extensions are a high-end option that adds a touch of grandeur to any property. They are customized to match your specific design preferences. The structures generally feature atrium-style roofing, pillars, piers, brick walls and blocks. The units may require pre-planning.

Price range:

- Supply only from £15,000 to £25,000

- Fully fitted bespoke from £45,000 upwards

At Galaxy Windows, we offer superb customer service and a competitive pricing structure to suit different budgets. We have many years of experience and fabricate the construction materials from our premises.

Our team of specialists can help you understand the technical aspects of the design and installation process.

To learn more about our conservatory services or to obtain an No ObligationFree Quote, get in touch with Galaxy Windows on 020 84273888 or email us on sales@galaxywindows.com

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