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Conservatory roof conversions in York, warm and quiet all year round
Polycarbonate or glass swapped for a tiled warm-roof system. Quieter in the rain, warmer in winter, cooler in summer. Free survey, fixed written quote within 24 hours, building control sign-off included.
- Lightweight tiled systems, no heavier than the old roof
- Building control sign-off arranged and included
- 20-year workmanship guarantee in writing
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What we fit
Tiled, glazed or hybrid, chosen at the survey
Most homeowners go for the lightweight tiled warm roof. Glass, polycarbonate and hybrid lantern options are available too, all talked through at the free survey.
Lightweight tiled warm roofs
Tapco slate or Metrotile steel over an insulated cassette, U-value 0.18.
Roof windows and lanterns
Velux windows or a glazed lantern bring the daylight back into the room.
Leadwork and weatherproofing
Code 4 lead flashing dressed into the house wall, not sealed with mastic.
How it works
Surveyed, quoted, built, signed off
Four steps from first call to first cup of tea in your warm room. Most jobs are done within four weeks of the call.
Ring or WhatsApp
Elliott takes a few details and books a free survey at a time that suits, usually within the working week.
Free on-site survey
Frame, base wall, footing and glazing assessed. Roof system options discussed in plain English.
Fixed quote in 24h
A clear written price within 24 hours of survey. Deposit secures the slot and the building control notice is lodged.
Build and sign-off
Three to seven working days on site, weather-tight every night. Building control certificate issued, 20-year guarantee in writing.
Cost, honestly
What a conversion should cost
From £4,500 indicative, fixed after a free survey
Most York roofers refuse to publish prices. These bands come from the conversions we have quoted across York and the villages in the last twelve months.
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Lean-to conversions from £4,500 plus VATUp to 3m by 3m, tiled warm roof, insulation, plasterboard and building control all included.
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Victorian from £5,800, Edwardian from £7,200Bigger footprints, Velux windows or a roof lantern, and a structural ring beam where needed.
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The quote is the priceIndicative bands only. The final price is fixed in writing within 24 hours of the free survey, valid while you decide.
Reviews
Conversions rated 5.0 by York homeowners
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"Got 3 quotes in total — EJL were by far the most competitive and had been recommended by someone I trusted. Communication was excellent throughout and the finish on the roof is faultless."
Rachel KRoofing work, York
Before you book
Conservatory roof questions
How much does a conservatory roof conversion cost in York?
Indicative price bands run from £4,500 for a lean-to up to £9,500 for a large Edwardian. The price varies with the existing frame condition, the roof system chosen, glazing options and access. The survey is free and the quote is fixed in writing within 24 hours.
How long does a conservatory roof conversion take?
Most conversions take three to seven working days on site, weather permitting. A lean-to is the quickest; a larger Edwardian with internal plastering takes the full week. The conservatory is weather-tight at the end of every working day.
Do I need planning permission or building control?
Most conversions sit within permitted development and do not need planning permission. Building control approval is required because the roof becomes a thermal element of the home. We arrange building control sign-off on every conversion and include it in the quoted price.
Will the existing frame be strong enough?
The lightweight tiled warm-roof systems we install weigh roughly the same as a polycarbonate roof, so most existing UPVC frames support them without reinforcement. We check the frame, footing and base wall at the free survey and tell you on the day if any structural work is needed.
Will I lose light from a tiled roof?
Some, yes. The trade-off is a warmer, quieter, year-round room rather than a sun-trap that's only usable for half the year. Roof lanterns and Velux roof windows are commonly added to bring direct daylight back. We talk through the light versus warmth balance at the survey.
Will it make the room warmer in winter?
Yes, substantially. Warm-roof systems carry a U-value of around 0.18 W/m²K, similar to a modern house roof. With insulated plasterboard inside and the existing radiator left in place, a converted conservatory becomes usable year-round.
Do you guarantee the work?
Yes. Twenty-year workmanship guarantee on every conversion, plus the relevant manufacturer guarantee on the chosen tile system (typically forty years on Tapco, twenty-five years on Metrotile). Written terms are issued with the quote.
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Ring Elliott, message on WhatsApp, or book a free survey with the form above. Fixed quote in 24 hours, no pestering afterwards.