
Replace your old glass or polycarbonate roof with an insulated tiled roof
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A solid roof conversion replaces your existing glass or polycarbonate conservatory roof with a fully insulated, lightweight tiled roof — turning a room that is unusable for most of the year into a comfortable, year-round living space. Typical projects take 5 to 8 working days and cost between £3,500 and £8,500, with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee included.
Superior insulation keeps heat in, dramatically reducing your heating bills
No more greenhouse effect. Enjoy comfortable temperatures all year round
Say goodbye to the sound of rain drumming on your old roof
Eliminate harsh sun glare while maintaining natural light through skylights
A solid roof turns your conservatory into a proper extension, adding real value
Most conversions completed in just 5-8 working days
If your conservatory sits unused for most of the year because it's too cold in winter and unbearably hot in summer, a solid roof conversion is the answer. This is our most requested service, and for good reason. It completely transforms how you use your conservatory.
We remove your existing glass or polycarbonate roof panels and replace them with a lightweight, fully insulated tiled roof system. The new roof includes Velux skylights to maintain natural light, integrated guttering, and a beautiful plastered ceiling inside. The result looks and feels like a proper room extension.
Our solid roof systems are engineered to work with your existing conservatory structure. We carry out a full structural assessment to ensure everything is compatible, and where needed, we reinforce the existing framework. The lightweight tile systems we use (including Tapco slate and Guardian warm roof) are specifically designed for conservatory conversions.
The difference is immediate. Your conservatory becomes a comfortable, usable space 365 days a year. Energy bills drop because the insulation keeps heat in during winter and out during summer. Rain noise disappears completely. And the whole room feels more like a natural part of your home.
A solid warm roof system outperforms polycarbonate and glass on every measure that affects how you use your conservatory. Here is a direct comparison across the criteria that matter.
| Criteria | Polycarbonate | Glass | Solid Tiled Roof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal efficiency | Very poor — U-value ~3.0+ | Poor — U-value ~2.0+ (standard) | Excellent — U-value ~0.18 (warm roof) |
| Lifespan | 10–15 years (yellowing, cracking) | 20–25 years (seal failure common) | 40+ years (Tapco tiles, BBA certified) |
| Planning permission | Not required | Not required | Usually not required (permitted development) |
| Noise in rain | Very loud | Moderate to loud | Silent |
| Natural light | High (glare in summer) | High (overheating risk) | Controlled via Velux skylights |
| Summer temperature | Extremely hot (greenhouse effect) | Very hot | Comfortable — solar gain eliminated |
| Winter temperature | Very cold — heat loss rapid | Cold — heat loss high | Warm — fully insulated |
| Typical installed cost | £500 – £1,500 (replacement only) | £2,000 – £4,500 | £3,500 – £8,500 (full conversion) |
Free structural survey and consultation at your property
Detailed written quote with material options and pricing
Existing roof carefully removed and structure inspected
New insulated tiled roof installed and finished internally in 5–8 days
| Criteria | Us | Other Contractors |
|---|---|---|
| Guarantee | 10-year written guarantee | Varies — often verbal or 1–5 years |
| CPA Approved | Yes — insurance-backed guarantee | Rarely |
| Years Experience | 25+ | Typically 5–10 |
| Quote Turnaround | Same day after survey | Often 5–10 working days |
| Building Control | Handled by us, included | Often left to homeowner |
| Structural Assessment | Free of charge | Sometimes charged separately |
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Serving Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Rochdale, Manchester & all of Lancashire
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