Are you planning to have an inexpensive conservatory built? Here, the relationship between price and quality plays an important role. Read about the construction options here and see all the prices for building a cheap conservatory.
The price tag: a cheap conservatory
The total price of building a cheap conservatory is determined by a number of choices:
- Dimensions
- Additional work
- Material choice
- Extra wishes
If you opt for a cheap conservatory, this will influence the choices above. For example, by limiting the desired dimensions or choosing a cheaper material, the overall cost remains low. In the table below you will find a price indication per number of square metres.
| Number of m2 | Average price including materials, labour costs and VAT |
|---|---|
| Serre of 10 m2 | £ 17.500 |
| Serre of 15 m2 | £ 26,000 |
| Serre of 20 m2 | £ 35,000 |
| Serre of 30 m2 | £ 25,000 |
| Serre of 50 m2 | £ 80.000 |
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Price and quality of a cheap conservatory
You would like to have your conservatory built as cheaply as possible? Besides a low price, quality is of course also very important. The points below will tell you how a conservatory can give you more, without you paying more for it.
- Value for your home
Building a conservatory costs a lot of money, but it also adds considerable value to your home. This is because the conservatory gives a cosy look to the house and it serves as an extra room. This amount can be as much as £20,000. This is of course a nice bonus. So factor this return into the cost calculation for building your conservatory. - Guarantee value and unexpected costs
The lower the price, the lower the quality is often. The value for money of your conservatory is an important part to factor into your decision for a cheap conservatory. Low quality often means that the conservatory will have a shorter lifespan. If the conservatory starts to show defects, this in turn results in unexpected costs.
Tips for finding a cheap conservatory
1. Opt for a garden conservatory
A garden conservatory is generally a cheaper option than a luxury residential conservatory. A garden conservatory is an enclosed space attached to the house, so no major remodelling is required. Check out the advantages and disadvantages in the table below.
| Comparison | Dwelling conservatory | Tuinserre |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | An insulated conservatory that is fully involved with the house, including foundations and heating. | An enclosed space that is attached to the house. The garden room or garden conservatory is not officially part of the house. |
| Advantages | – Insulated and pleasantly warm in winter
– Extension of the house |
– Enjoy your garden all year round – Relatively cheap – Small renovation – Sliding doors and roof possible – Extra living space |
| Disadvantages | – Breakthrough facade needed – Major conversion – More expensive of garden conservatory – Garden gets smaller |
– Not insulated – No foundation which may cause it to subside |
| Outward appearance | A luxury conservatory enriches the appearance of your home. The wide choice of materials ensures that the conservatory matches the style of your home. | A garden conservatory often consists entirely of glass combined with a plastic or aluminium frame. This creates a sleek construction with plenty of light. A garden greenhouse is a beautiful addition to the garden. |
| Guarantee period | 10 to 15 years | 8 to 10 years |
2. Choose durable material
The choice of material not only affects the price of your conservatory, but it also affects its lifespan and future costs. The following components are important to consider during your material choice:
- Material durability. Durable material has a longer lifespan.
- The insulation value of the material. A higher insulation value means the conservatory retains more heat. This saves you heating costs.
- The degree to which the material requires maintenance. Extra maintenance can result in extra maintenance costs.
View and compare the prices and durability of different materials in the table below.
| Material | Average price per m2, including material, labour costs and VAT | Durability of material |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic | Living room conservatory: £ 1750 Garden conservatory: £800 |
– Durable and strong material – High insulation value – Maintenance-free |
| Wood | Living room: £1750 Garden conservatory: £750 |
– Durability depends on the type of wood. This may entail higher costs – Maintenance-sensitive – Lower insulation value than other materials |
| Aluminium | Woon conservatory: £ 1750 Garden conservatory: £ 750 |
– Durable and light material – Almost maintenance-free – Low insulation value, but can be well insulated at an additional cost |
| Glass | Woon conservatory: £1750 Garden conservatory: £750 |
– Durable, but very fragile material – Low maintenance – Insulating if high HR value is chosen |
3. Compare severalspecialists
A conservatory specialist will provide tailored advice. By comparing quotes from multiple specialists, you can be sure you won’t overpay for your cheap conservatory. How to find the best conservatory specialist for your project? Use the tips below.
- Prices:What are the prices of the different providers? What quality does this represent? Compare prices.
- Possibilities:What options does the conservatory specialist offer? Think carefully in advance about your requirements for a conservatory. Then compare conservatory specialists on the options they offer.
- Timeframe: When can the specialist start work? Does this fit within your own time schedule? See which specialist can start work when it suits you.
- Guarantee: What is the guarantee period and what are the conditions? Higher quality often goes hand in hand with a longer warranty period. Compare the guarantee schemes of specialists.
Choices for a cheap conservatory
When building a cheap conservatory, you make a number of choices. For example, how big should your conservatory be ? Check out the choices below and the extent to which they affect the total price.
1: Dimensions
First of all, determine the desired dimensions of your cheap conservatory. The dimensions largely determine the price of your conservatory. Most conservatories have an average area of 18m2- 22m2, suitable for medium-sized terraced houses to detached houses. What to look out for when determining the ideal dimensions?
- Your budget: What is your available budget for building a cheap conservatory? Set your budget in advance and take this into account while determining the dimensions.
- Your home: Depending on the type of home, determine the dimensions of the conservatory. Among other things, this has to do with permits and space available to you.
- Your living requirements: By how many square metres do you want to extend your living space? Take into account how to fill your new space.
2: Glass type
A conservatory is largely made of glass. The type of glass is an important choice in buying a cheap conservatory. A residential conservatory comes with double glazing as standard. But do you prefer a higher insulation value? Then go for HR+ or HR++.
| Glass type | More price including VAT, excluding labour costs | U value* (the lower the better) |
|---|---|---|
| Double glazing | Standard | 2.7 |
| HR | £5 per m2 of glass | 1.7 – 2.0 |
| HR+ | £10 per m2 of glass | 1.3 – 1,6 |
| HR++ | £ 15 per m2 of glass | 1.2 |
| HR++ | £ 55 per m2 of glass | 0.5 – 0.9 |
3: Additional options
Complete your conservatory with various additional options. Do you opt for an illuminated area? Then purchase good blinds and ventilation.
| Extra option | Average extra cost including materials, labour costs and VAT |
|---|---|
| Sun blinds | £ 200 (per m2) |
| Tiles to be laid | £ 50 (per m2) |
| Laminate to be laid | £ 10 (per m2) |
| Air conditioning | £ 1.500 (per unit) |
| Painting | £ 35 (per m2) |
| Central heating | £ 1,000 |
| Floor heating | £ 750 (up to 20 m2) |
| Sliding door | £ 1.000 (per facade) |
| Sliding roof | £ 1,700 (per m2) |
| Lighting | £ 2.000 (per m2) |
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