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Installing a conservatory

By having a conservatory installed, you not only increase your living space, but also the value of your home. Curious about the prices for having a conservatory installed? Click here for an overview with prices and useful tips.

Serearoom installation: the costs

The total costs for having a conservatory installed are determined by the following components:

  • The type of conservatory you choose
  • The dimensions of the conservatory
  • The material
  • Extra wishes

Check out the overview below for a price indication for building a conservatory.

Number of m2 Average price including materials, labour 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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How is a conservatory installed?

The most important choice when having a conservatory installed is the installation method. This choice largely affects the overall cost. Check out the 2 options for installing a conservatory.

Mounting method 1: Installing residential conservatory
Do you opt for a residential conservatory? Then the conservatory will be fully integrated with the rest of your home. You choose this installation method if, for example, you want to extend your home or kitchen.

The facade of your house will be broken through so that the conservatory can be built onto it.

The conservatory will be fully insulated and founded.

If necessary, extra support beams will be placed.

Mounting method 2: Installation of garden conservatory
Having a garden conservatory installed is a simple way to expand your living space. You choose this mounting method if you want to enjoy the extra space without major remodelling, anyway. The garden conservatory forms a separate space placed against the house.

The conservatory is mounted on the outside of the house.
The construction takes a maximum of 2 days.

What are the pros and cons of the different options? Compare the 2 options in the table below.

Characteristic Tuinserre Dwelling conservatory
Expanding your living space Yes, but is not part of the house itself. Yes, for example to the living room or kitchen.
Additional light No, not in the dwelling itself. The conservatory does create a space full of light. Yes, the living conservatory creates a house full of light because of the glass walls (and sometimes even roof).
Enjoy your garden in winter Yes, a garden conservatory is built onto your house, giving you an extra space in your garden. Yes, with a living conservatory you enjoy your garden all year round.
Relatively small. The conservatory is placed against the house. Relatively large because the façade often has to be broken through.
Price Price is lower on average. Price is higher on average than a garden conservatory due to high conversion costs.

Step plan: Getting a conservatory installed

What are the next steps in getting your conservatory installed? You make a number of important choices.

  • Sizes
  • Material
  • Extra wishes

View the step-by-step plan below.

Step 1: Determine the desired dimensions

With how many square metres do you want to enlarge your living space? You determine the desired dimensions based on 4 factors:

  • Your wishes
  • The budget
  • Your home
  • Permits

Get advice from a conservatory specialist for tailored advice.

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Step 2: Choose the material for the conservatory

If you are having a conservatory installed, you can choose from a variety of materials. For example, choose an aluminium conservatory if you like a modern style of living. . Check out the options and corresponding prices in the table below.

Material Average price per m2, including materials, labour costs and VAT Advantages Aesthetics
Plastic conservatory Living room conservatory: £ 1750
Garden conservatory: £ 800
Low maintenance, good insulation value, available in any colour, inexpensive A sleek, modern look
Wooden conservatory Garden conservatory: £ 1700
Garden conservatory: £ 750
Aesthetic, strong material, workable A classic look
Aluminium conservatory Dining conservatory: £ 1700
Garden conservatory: £ 750
Strong material, does not rust, thin profile, original look, low maintenance Perfect for modern homes
Glass conservatory Door conservatory: £ 1700
Garden conservatory: £ 750
Glass sliding walls possible, plenty of natural light A modern and fresh look to suit almost any home due to the choice of frame
Masonry conservatory Living conservatory: £ 1700
Garden conservatory: Not possible
Fitting to the house, high insulation value, low maintenance, strong construction The conservatory is built with bricks that match your house
Masonry conservatory Garden conservatory: £ 1700
Garden conservatory: not possible
Strong material, good insulation value, available in many colours, long lifespan A classic look

Step 3: Choose additional options

Choose a sliding door and create a bright space t. With additional options, you can complete your conservatory. Check out these extra options and the average extra cost in the table below.

Extra option Average additional price including material, 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 façade)
Sliding roof £ 1,700 (per m2)
Lightwell £ 2,000 (per m2)

Tip: Find a conservatory specialist

You’ve looked at the step-by-step plan above and really have no idea where to start? Find a conservatory specialist to have your conservatory installed and get advice. Why a specialist? Check out the benefits below.

  • A conservatory specialist is skilled:Having a conservatory installed is a big investment and you naturally want it to be done as well as possible. With the skill of a specialist, you prevent the conservatory from not being installed properly.
  • A conservatory specialist gives tailor-made advice: Before installing a conservatory, you need to make a number of choices. A conservatory specialist gives appropriate, tailor-made advice on choice of materials, installation method, insulation and possible additional options.
  • A conservatory specialist helps you apply for possible permits: In some cases, a permit from the municipality is required before a conservatory can be installed. A conservatory specialist helps you apply for the permit.

This is how to find the best conservatory specialist for your situation.

Compare several specialists and find the best conservatory deal. What to look out for when comparing quotes:

  • The price. Compare prices of specialists and be sure you don’t overpay.
  • The quality marks/reviews of the specialist. Check these online or request the seals of approval.
  • The specialist’s capabilities. Does the specialist have all the knowledge and expertise to meet your needs? For example, does he also supply customised blinds for your new conservatory? Check this out.

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