Planning your conservatory in Sheldon
Most conservatories and small porches can be built without planning permission or Building Regulations approval if they meet the size and separation rules, which we check before quoting. Where permission is needed in Sheldon, Birmingham City Council handles it.
- Taking out the doors between the house and conservatory removes its building regulations exemption.
- Swapping a polycarbonate roof for a solid tiled one is normally notified to building control.
- The house heating shouldn't simply be extended into an exempt conservatory; it needs its own controls.
- Postcode district
- B26
- Planning and building control
- Birmingham City Council
- From our West Bromwich base
- 10 miles
Which option fits your home?
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.
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.
What does your conservatory cost in Sheldon?
Prices in Sheldon match the rest of our area: £3,500–£22,000 depending on size and specification. Insulated tiled roof replacing polycarbonate on a 3.5 × 3 m conservatory: usually £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.
Before you book in Sheldon
Will I still be able to use the house while the work is done?
Yes. Work is confined to the conservatory and the garden side of the house. The doors between the house and the conservatory stay shut while the roof is off, so the rest of your home stays secure and weathertight. You'll need to clear the conservatory of furniture before we start.
How do I book a survey in Sheldon?
Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your conservatory and arrange a time to visit.
How long does a conservatory roof replacement take?
Most replacement roofs take three to seven days on site, depending on size and whether the frames need reinforcing. The roof is usually off and the new structure weathertight within a day or two, and the rest of the time goes on tiling, plastering and finishing. A new conservatory takes longer, usually two to four weeks.
Does Birmingham City 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 Sheldon is Birmingham City Council.
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Other home improvements in Sheldon
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- Fascias, soffits and guttering in Sheldon
- Pitched roofing in Sheldon
- Single-storey extensions in Sheldon
- Bathroom fitting in Sheldon
- En-suite bathrooms in Sheldon
We'll measure up in Sheldon, explain the approvals, and give you a fixed price for the agreed specification.