Is your conservatory unusable, too hot in summer, too cold in winter, noisy when it rains, or simply starting to look tired?
A replacement conservatory roof can completely transform the way you use your room. Instead of an occasional space that only works in the right weather, a modern solid, tiled, hybrid or flat roof can help create a more comfortable, attractive and practical living area for everyday use.
At Mendip Conservatories, we design and install replacement conservatory roofs across Bristol, North Somerset and the surrounding areas, including Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Weston-super-Mare, Backwell, Yatton, Congresbury and beyond.
We work with a range of Ultraframe roof systems, including Ultraframe Ultraroof, Ultraframe Livinroof and the Ultraframe Flat Roof system. This allows us to recommend the right roof for your home, your existing structure and the way you want the room to look and feel.
Whether you want to replace an old polycarbonate roof, upgrade a glass roof, create a modern tiled roof, add more solid ceiling area, introduce roof glazing, or completely modernise an existing conservatory, we can advise on the most suitable solution.
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Turn an old conservatory into a room you can use
Many older conservatories were built with polycarbonate or basic glass roofs. They may have looked good when first installed, but over time the same problems often appear:
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- too hot when the sun is out
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- too cold during winter
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- glare and fading furniture
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- excessive rain noise
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- leaks or draughts
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- tired-looking roof bars or panels
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- a room that feels separate from the rest of the house
A modern replacement roof can make the room feel much more like a proper extension. Internally, the new ceiling can be plastered and finished with lighting, giving a warmer, more permanent feel. Externally, the right roof design can help the conservatory blend better with the existing property.
In many cases, replacing the roof is also far more cost-effective and less disruptive than demolishing the whole conservatory and starting again.
Conservatory roof replacement, conversion or upgrade?
Customers describe this type of project in different ways. Some call it a conservatory roof replacement, others describe it as a conservatory roof conversion, a tiled conservatory roof, a solid conservatory roof replacement or simply a new conservatory roof.
In most cases, they are looking for the same thing: replacing an old glass or polycarbonate roof with a more comfortable, better insulated roof system that makes the room easier to use throughout the year.
We install replacement conservatory roofs across Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and the surrounding areas, including Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Weston-super-Mare, Congresbury, Yatton and nearby villages.
So whether you are searching for conservatory roof replacement Bristol, replacement conservatory roof Bristol, conservatory roof replacement Bath or conservatory roof replacement Somerset, our local team can advise on the most suitable option for your home.
Ultraframe recommended replacement roof installers
A replacement conservatory roof is not just a product purchase. The survey, design, structural checks and installation all matter.
Mendip Conservatories is an Ultraframe Ultra Installer and an Ultraframe recommended installer. We regularly install Ultraframe roof systems, including Ultraroof, Livinroof and Flat Roof options, helping customers replace old glass or polycarbonate roofs with more comfortable, attractive and practical living spaces.
We can advise on the most suitable roof system for your conservatory, including insulation, glazing, Building Regulations, lighting, ventilation and the overall appearance of the finished room.
Ultraframe replacement roof options
Every conservatory is different, so we do not believe in offering one roof as the answer to everything.
Some older conservatories need the appearance and performance of a lightweight tiled roof. Others need a design that keeps more natural light. Some homes suit a more contemporary flat roof or orangery-style finish.
That is why we offer a choice of Ultraframe roof systems, including Ultraroof, Livinroof and the Ultraframe Flat Roof system.
The right option depends on the existing conservatory, the structure underneath it, the amount of light you want to keep, the style of your home and how you want to use the finished room.
Ultraframe Ultraroof
Ultraframe Ultraroof is usually the option we discuss where a customer wants their conservatory to look and feel more like a proper extension.
It gives a tiled roof appearance from outside and a plastered vaulted ceiling inside. For many customers, that is the change that makes the biggest difference: the room stops feeling like an old conservatory and starts feeling more like part of the house.
Ultraroof can also include glazed panels, which is useful where you want the comfort of a solid roof but do not want to lose too much daylight.
We may recommend Ultraroof where you want:
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- a tiled roof appearance
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- a warmer, quieter room
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- a plastered internal ceiling
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- the option to retain natural light with roof glazing
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- a more permanent extension-like feel
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- a strong replacement for an old glass or polycarbonate roof
Before recommending Ultraroof, we always check the existing frames, supports, walls and base. A good replacement roof starts with making sure the structure underneath is suitable.
Ultraframe Livinroof
Ultraframe Livinroof is a good option where you want a balance between a solid roof and a glazed roof.
Rather than changing everything to a fully tiled appearance, Livinroof allows solid sections and glazed sections to be positioned where they work best. This can be especially useful if the conservatory joins a darker room, or if you want to keep light coming into the house.
It gives a more substantial internal ceiling than a traditional glass roof, while still allowing carefully placed areas of glazing.
We may recommend Livinroof where you want:
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- a mix of solid roof and glass
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- a brighter room than a fully solid roof may provide
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- a modern internal plastered finish
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- flexibility over where the light enters
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- a less “heavy” appearance than a fully tiled roof
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- a more comfortable room without losing the conservatory feel completely
It can be particularly effective on awkward shapes or where light levels are an important part of the design.
Ultraframe Flat Roof
The Ultraframe Flat Roof system is usually suited to a more modern or orangery-style design.
It can give the room a clean, simple internal ceiling and can be combined with a roof lantern or flat skylights to bring natural light into the space. This can work well where the customer wants the finished room to feel closer to a traditional extension than a standard conservatory.
We may recommend the Ultraframe Flat Roof where you want:
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- a contemporary appearance
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- an orangery-style finish
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- a flat internal ceiling
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- the option of a roof lantern
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- the option of flat skylights
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- a design that feels more like a modern extension
This type of roof is not right for every existing conservatory, so we would always assess the structure, drainage, roof height and overall design before advising whether it is suitable.
Which replacement roof is right for my conservatory?
The best roof depends on your existing conservatory, your budget and how you want the finished room to feel.
As a simple guide:
Choose Ultraroof if you want a lightweight tiled roof with a more traditional roof appearance.
Choose Livinroof if you want a mix of solid ceiling and shaped glazing, with plenty of design flexibility.
Choose Ultraframe Flat Roof if you want a more contemporary, orangery-style finish with a lantern or flat skylights.
The right answer is not always the most expensive option. It depends on the existing frames, base, structure, roof shape, drainage, light levels and Building Regulations requirements.
We will talk you through the options clearly and recommend the roof system that makes most sense for your home.
Do I need Building Regulations for a replacement conservatory roof?
In most cases, yes. If you are replacing a glass or polycarbonate conservatory roof with a solid, tiled, hybrid or insulated roof, Building Regulations approval will normally be required.
This is not something to avoid. It is there to protect you, and we can handle all elements of this for you.
A replacement roof changes the load on the existing conservatory. The existing frames, supports, walls and foundations need to be assessed, and the new roof needs to comply with the relevant requirements. Proper certification can also be important when you come to sell your home.
We have extensive experience dealing with Building Regulations, local authorities and the practical issues that can arise with conservatory roof conversions. We will advise you clearly from the outset, rather than simply fitting a roof and leaving you with problems later.
Beware of cheap “clad-over” or insulation-only offers that promise to make an old conservatory roof perform like a proper replacement roof. In many cases, these can create structural, condensation or compliance issues. A proper replacement roof should be designed as a complete system.
Can I keep my existing conservatory frames?
Sometimes, yes. Sometimes, no.
A replacement conservatory roof is not just a case of taking one roof off and putting another one on. The existing structure needs to be checked first.
We will look at:
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- the condition of the existing frames
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- whether the doors and window frames can support the new roof
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- whether structural posts or reinforcements are needed
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- the condition of the base and walls
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- whether the conservatory is leaking or moving
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- whether Building Regulations approval is likely to be straightforward
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- whether replacing frames at the same time would give a better long-term result
In some cases, a roof-only replacement is perfectly suitable. In others, it makes more sense to replace the roof and frames together, especially if the old frames are weak, dated, poorly insulated or not worth building around.
Our advice is practical and honest. We would rather tell you the right answer at survey stage than sell you something unsuitable.
Replacement roof, frames, or a full conservatory revamp?
Every existing conservatory is different. Some customers only need a new roof. Others want to modernise the whole structure.
We can help with:
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- tiled conservatory roof replacements
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- solid conservatory roof replacements
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- Ultraframe Ultraroof installations
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- Ultraframe Livinroof installations
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- Ultraframe Flat Roof installations
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- replacement glass roofs
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- roof and frame replacements
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- new doors and windows
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- plastering and electrics
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- insulated columns or wall upgrades
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- full conservatory refurbishments
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- complete replacement conservatories where needed
Because we understand conservatories as complete structures, not just roofs, we can advise on the whole project properly.
Local replacement conservatory roof installers
Mendip Conservatories is based at Smallway, Congresbury, between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. We cover Bristol, North Somerset, Bath, South Gloucestershire, West Wiltshire and the surrounding areas.
We regularly work in and around:
Bristol, Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Backwell, Yatton, Congresbury, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe, Cheddar, Burnham-on-Sea, Bath and surrounding villages.
We have installed and renovated thousands of conservatories, orangeries and glazed extensions across the region. Our approach is simple: good advice, suitable products, proper installation and no sales pressure.
You are welcome to visit our outdoor show-site to see real-life examples and discuss the options available.
What happens next?
1. Free initial advice
Call us or send a few details about your existing conservatory. Photographs are always useful if you have them.
2. Home survey
We assess the existing roof, frames, base, access and structure. We also discuss how you want to use the room.
3. Roof recommendation
We talk you through the most suitable Ultraframe roof options, whether that is Ultraroof, Livinroof, Flat Roof or another suitable solution.
4. Design and quotation
We provide a clear quotation for the recommended work, including any options such as glazing panels, roof lanterns, flat skylights, plastering, lighting or frame replacement.
5. Regulations and installation
Where Building Regulations approval is needed, we advise on the process and help ensure the work is properly certified.
6. A more usable room
Once complete, your old conservatory should feel warmer, quieter, more attractive and much more like part of the home.
Request a free replacement roof quote
If your conservatory is too hot, too cold, leaking, noisy, dated or simply not being used, a replacement conservatory roof could be the most cost-effective way to bring it back to life.
Call our local team on 01934 877 666 or complete our contact form to arrange free advice and a no-obligation quotation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace my conservatory roof with a solid tiled roof?
Yes, in many cases an existing glass or polycarbonate conservatory roof can be replaced with a solid tiled roof. The existing structure must be assessed first to make sure the frames, supports and base are suitable.
What is the difference between Ultraroof and Livinroof?
Ultraroof is a lightweight tiled roof system, often chosen when homeowners want a more traditional tiled roof appearance. Livinroof combines solid sections with shaped glazing, making it a good option where you want a balance of solid ceiling and natural light.
What is an Ultraframe Flat Roof?
The Ultraframe Flat Roof is a roof system designed for a more contemporary extension or orangery-style look. It can include roof lanterns or flat skylights to bring natural light into the room.
Will a solid roof make my conservatory darker?
Not necessarily. Systems such as Ultraroof and Livinroof can include glazed areas, helping you retain natural light while improving comfort and insulation.
Do I need planning permission for a replacement conservatory roof?
Planning permission depends on the property and the design. Many roof replacements may not need planning permission, but this should always be checked. Building Regulations approval is usually the more important issue when replacing a translucent roof with a solid, tiled or insulated roof.
Do I need Building Regulations approval?
If you are changing from a glass or polycarbonate roof to an insulated solid, tiled, hybrid or flat roof, Building Regulations approval will normally be needed. This ensures the new roof and existing structure are assessed properly.
Can I keep my old frames?
Sometimes. If the existing frames are strong, suitable and in good condition, a roof-only replacement may be possible. If they are weak, old or poorly insulated, replacing the frames at the same time may be the better long-term option.
How long does a conservatory roof replacement take?
The timescale depends on the size and complexity of the project. The roof installation itself is usually relatively quick, but plastering, electrics, Building Regulations and any frame or structural work can add time.
Do you repair conservatory roofs?
We mainly specialise in replacement conservatory roofs and don’t offer repair-only jobs. If your conservatory roof is leaking, noisy, too cold, too hot or beyond economical repair, we can advise whether a full replacement roof would be the better long-term option.