Are conservatory roof replacements worth it?

"Good fences", wrote Robert Frost, "make good neighbours" – and good roofs make good conservatories.

Why? Because above all else, a conservatory is a place to be. Yes, it can add beauty to your garden (and value to your home). But it's little more than a uPVC frame if it's not a space you want to spend time in.

Whether you use your conservatory to pot plants, get work done, write poems or entertain guests, comfort is all-important. And more often than not, the comfort of your conservatory will be determined in large part by its roof.

Traditional conservatory roofs are made of glass or polycarbonate. These roofs are far from useless. But too often, they make your conservatory noisy when it rains, nippy when it's cold and a tad too hot when it's sunny.

Luckily for you, there's an alternative. Tiled roof systems are great for controlling heat, light and noise. So, what are you waiting for?

Well, we know what the answer's going to be. A conservatory roof replacement isn't as cheap as chips. Sure. Work in the garden is disruptive. Sure! Nevertheless, we believe it's worth every penny. 

Here are six reasons why.

1. It makes it comfortable all year round

Glass and polycarbonate are cost-effective materials for your conservatory roof. But they're not good at thermal control. In fact, we'd go so far as to say they're pretty bad.

We see it all the time. People's enjoyment of their conservatories is hamstrung by the fact that it's like an oven in the summer months and a fridge freezer in winter.

A replacement roof can give you better thermal control. But this doesn't just make your conservatory more comfortable. It also makes it more environmentally friendly as you won't need to blast a fan in summer or a heater in winter.

This second point is one key reason why a roof replacement is a sensible long-term investment. Not only is it much cheaper than replacing the whole structure, but it could also cut your energy bills in the future. Win-win!

2. It cuts down on noise

It's a fresh spring day. Birds are twittering. Your flowers are shining. Time for some quality time in the conservatory.

But this is Britain, remember, and you can never be sure it won't start raining. All of a sudden, your horticultural idyll sounds like cutlery being thrown into a scrapyard by a giant in a suit of armour.

That's if you've got a glass or polycarbonate roof. Tiled roof owners know no such pain. Their roofs are soft and muffling, making their conservatories pleasant places to be no matter the weather.

3. It reduces solar glare

Want to unwind in the conservatory with a book, phone or tablet? If your conservatory has a glass or polycarbonate roof, you'll need to take a pair of Ray-Bans with you.

Solar glare is another of those little things which can dampen your conservatory experience. By replacing the roof with a tiled affair, you get all the perks without having to squint.

4. It improves privacy and security

A conservatory should be a haven. If you feel exposed under glass, a tiled roof could be just the ticket. As well as increasing your sense of privacy, it can also make your conservatory more secure. Those tiles are far harder to break than glass or polycarbonate, after all.

Oh, and if a bird decides to take a moment on your roof, shall we say… well, you'll barely notice.

5. It requires less maintenance

Every homeowner knows that glass can be a nuisance to clean. Dirt builds up and before you know it, you're rolling up your sleeves and reaching for the nearest squeegee.

Tiles, by comparison, require far less maintenance. With glass and polycarbonate roofs, you'll probably spend most of your time in the conservatory looking forlornly at the roof and wishing it wasn't covered with dirt, seeds and bird droppings. Go down the tiled route, however, and these airborne imperfections will trouble you no more.

6. It adds style and character to your property

When getting your conservatory installed, you want to make sure it blends in with the style and character of your home. A tiled roof can play a big role here.

Tiles are available in a range of styles and finishes, from the traditional to the contemporary. This gives them far more aesthetic potential than a transparent glass or polycarbonate roof.

So, if you want to add a bit of oomph to your home, why not look at getting a tiled conservatory roof? 

The bottom line

So there you have it: six reasons why a conservatory roof replacement is a good investment.

At the end of the day, these six reasons add up to one big reason: a better-quality roof will make your conservatory a place you want to be.

So, if you find yourself only using it now and then, a roof replacement could be the answer to your problems. We wish you many happy hours in your garden retreat!

About SupaLite

At Calder Windows, we specialise in SupaLite roofs. For our money (and yours), this is the best conservatory roof system on the market.

It's built to last, coming with a 10-year warranty on all installations. It looks great. And it lets you enjoy your conservatory all year round, whatever the weather.

No more clattering rain. No more infernos in summer and Arctic wastes in winter. No more glare ruining your book time or screen time. And on top of all that, it requires minimal maintenance.

Work with us and you can expect a thorough, friendly job from experienced professionals. We've been a trusted name in Wakefield and West Yorkshire for over three decades. Whatever your requirements, we'd be happy to help.

Interested? Then get in touch with Calder Windows for a quick, competitive quote. We'd love to hear from you.