A conservatory is a classic way to add light and living space. We design and build conservatories across South Wales, with roof options to suit your budget, style and how you want to use the room.
Add space, light and a better link to the garden
Conservatories are still one of the most cost-effective ways to extend your home. Whether you want a dining area, a bright sitting room or a practical family space, we’ll help you choose the right style and roof to make it comfortable and usable.
Key benefits
Brighter living space with more connection to the garden
Flexible styles to suit modern and traditional homes
Roof options to balance comfort, light and budget
Choice of doors and openings for ventilation and access
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Conservatory roof options
The roof has the biggest impact on comfort. We’ll recommend the best option based on how you want the space to feel throughout the year.
Insulated tile warm-roof replacements (Cwtch Roofs)
If your priority is comfort, our insulated tile-effect roof replacement system, designed and manufactured in South Wales, can transform how often you use the space.
Key points:
More stable temperature and a more “room-like” feel
Reduced glare and improved comfort
A popular upgrade for older conservatories
Polycarbonate roofs
A practical, cost-effective option that delivers plenty of light and remains a popular choice for traditional conservatories.
Key points:
Good value and lightweight
A familiar “classic conservatory” look
Best suited where year-round temperature control isn’t the priority
Glass roofs
Ideal if you want maximum daylight and a cleaner, modern feel. We can advise on performance glass options to help manage heat and glare.
Key points:
Bright, modern look with excellent daylight
Glass choices available to improve comfort and reduce glare
A great match for garden-facing rooms
Brochures & Resources
Helpful resources
Welsh Government – Planning permission: permitted development rights for householders
Welsh Government – Householder permitted development technical guide (PDF)
Planning Portal – Interactive House
Please note this informative but is aimed at homes in England.
Building Regulations (Building Control)
Most home improvement work has Building Regulations considerations, but what’s required depends on the scope of work.
Replacement windows and external doors are “controlled fittings” and must meet Building Regulations (for example energy efficiency, safety glazing, ventilation and means of escape where relevant).
Distinction Windows is FENSA registered, which means we can self-certify qualifying replacement window and door installations and provide certification as proof of compliance.
Conservatories in Wales are normally exempt from Building Regulations approval when they meet certain conditions (for example: ground level, under 30m², thermally separated from the house by external-quality doors/walls/windows, no fixed heating or heating system extended into the conservatory, and glazing/electrics comply). Exemptions aren’t automatic — it depends on the design and specification.
Important: even where the conservatory is exempt, a new structural opening between the conservatory and the house will require Building Regulations approval.
Porches can also be exempt in Wales in many cases, but (among other factors) the existing front entrance door must remain in place, and the porch must not adversely affect level/ramped disabled access where this applies.
Orangeries and other extension-style glazed spaces, especially those with more solid roofs/walls, may require Building Regulations approval depending on the scope of works.
We’ll flag anything likely to need Building Control approval during survey. If there’s any doubt, we recommend confirming with your local authority Building Control for peace of mind.
Planning Permission
Planning rules vary depending on the size and position of what you’re building. Many domestic projects can fall under permitted development, but this depends on limits/conditions and whether your property still has permitted development rights.
In Wales, conservatories are treated the same as single-storey extensions for planning purposes, and permitted development is subject to specific limits and conditions (including restrictions around principal elevations, boundaries, designated land and listed buildings).
Porches in Wales are typically permitted development provided:
external ground area is no more than 3m²
height is no more than 3m
no part is within 2m of a boundary and the highway
(And these allowances apply to houses, not flats/maisonettes, and may be removed by the local authority.)
Thinking about a new conservatory or an upgrade?
Get a free, no-obligation quote and we’ll recommend the best option for your home.