Before your conservatory in Olton
Solihull Council handles planning in Olton. Whether your conservatory needs an application depends on its size, height and position, so we measure it against the permitted development rules first.
- Taking out the doors between the house and conservatory removes its building regulations exemption.
- The house heating shouldn't simply be extended into an exempt conservatory; it needs its own controls.
- Swapping a polycarbonate roof for a solid tiled one is normally notified to building control.
- Postcode district
- B92
- Planning and building control
- Solihull Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 10 miles
Choices to weigh up in Olton
Lean-to conservatory
A simple rectangle with a single sloping roof running down from the house wall. Lean-tos are the most affordable style, work under low eaves and on bungalows, and make good use of a narrow garden. The plain shape is also the easiest to furnish, and it's often the right choice for a dining or sitting space.
Victorian or Edwardian conservatory
A Victorian conservatory has a faceted, rounded end and a steeper ridged roof; an Edwardian one is square or rectangular with a ridged roof. Both give more height and floor space than a lean-to. They suit semis and detached houses, and a dwarf brick wall can be matched to your existing brickwork.
How much should you budget in Olton?
Guide prices start at £3,500 and run to £22,000 depending on size and specification. Insulated tiled roof replacing polycarbonate on a 3.5 × 3 m conservatory: around £7,000–£10,500.
| Option | Guide price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Glass roof replacement | £3,500 – £7,000 | Solar-control glass on your existing frames |
| Solid tiled roof replacement | £6,500 – £12,000 | Insulated roof with plastered ceiling |
| New conservatory | £10,000 – £22,000 | Lean-to, Victorian or Edwardian, with base and walls |
Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.
Conservatories in Olton: common questions
What guarantee do I get on a new roof or conservatory?
The roof system, glazing and frames are covered by the manufacturer's guarantee, and the terms for your products are set out in your quote. Building control issues a completion certificate for notified work, which you should keep with your house documents. Ask us about anything you'd like clarified before you sign.
Do you cover Olton?
Yes. Olton (B92) is about 10 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.
Should the doors between the house and conservatory stay?
If you want the conservatory to stay exempt from building regulations, yes. Removing them, or leaving the opening permanently open, means it must meet the full energy standards for an extension, which usually involves more insulation, glazing upgrades and an application. If you want an open-plan link, we'll talk through the extension route instead.
Does Solihull Council need to approve my conservatory?
Often not. Many porches and conservatories meet the permitted development and Building Regulations exemptions. If yours doesn't, the planning authority for Olton is Solihull Council.
Also covering nearby
- Conservatories in Acocks Green
- Conservatories in Sheldon
- Conservatories in Hall Green
- Conservatories in Yardley
Other work we do in Olton
- Flat roofing in Olton
- Fascias, soffits and guttering in Olton
- Bi-fold and patio doors in Olton
- Loft conversions in Olton
- Patios in Olton
- Plastering in Olton
Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your Olton address to book a free, no-obligation conservatory survey.