A glass roof conservatory is ideal for homeowners who want maximum natural light and an open, airy feel. Modern high-performance glass reduces glare, improves insulation, and keeps the space comfortable throughout the seasons. A tiled roof conservatory offers a more room-like feel, with excellent thermal performance and a style that blends naturally with your home. It’s perfect if you want a conservatory that feels like a true extension of your living space. A solid roof conservatory provides the highest level of insulation and temperature control, helping you enjoy consistent comfort all year round while still allowing options for roof windows or full-length glazing panels. Each roof type offers a different balance of light, warmth and aesthetics, and 5 Star helps you choose the perfect roof for your lifestyle and budget.

Installation times depend on the size of your conservatory and the roof system chosen. A new glass roof conservatory is often fitted within a few days, with minimal disruption and a rapid transformation. Tiled and solid roof systems typically take longer due to the additional insulation layers, structural requirements and plastering work, usually between one and two weeks from start to finish. If structural upgrades are required, such as strengthening the existing frames or replacing the ring beam, the installation time may increase slightly. At 5 Star, we provide a detailed timeline before work begins and manage every stage – from survey and removal of your old roof to installation, plastering and final finish, ensuring a smooth, well-coordinated project.

Yes, dramatically so. Tiled and solid roofs are engineered to deliver exceptional insulation, transforming your conservatory into a genuine year-round living space. They minimise heat loss in winter and reduce overheating during summer, creating a consistent and comfortable environment for everyday use. Many customers who struggled with too hot, too cold or too noisy conservatories find that upgrading to a tiled or solid roof completely resolves these issues. Even high-performance glass roofs offer impressive thermal efficiency thanks to modern coatings that control solar gain and retain warmth. Whichever option you choose, 5 Star tailor the roof system to meet the comfort levels you want for your home.

Most conservatory roof upgrades can be completed without full planning permission, as long as the structure remains within its original footprint and meets building regulation standards. However, switching from a glass or polycarbonate roof to a tiled or solid roof requires compliance with building regulations to ensure structural capability, insulation performance and safety. 5 Star handle all the necessary checks, calculations and paperwork, including liaising with building control where required. If your home is listed, in a conservation area or heavily modified, additional approval may be needed, but our team will confirm this during your free survey.

Absolutely. Many homeowners choose to include full-length glazed panels, Velux-style roof windows or glass inserts to maintain brightness while benefiting from the insulation of a solid roof. These options can be positioned to bring daylight into specific areas – such as kitchens, dining rooms or reading corners – and help give your conservatory a beautifully balanced feel. With 5 Star’s bespoke design service, you can customise your roof layout, choose your preferred glazing style, and create a space that suits both your home and lifestyle.

There are several ways to modernise an existing conservatory without replacing the entire structure. Popular upgrades include: new tiled roof or solid roofs, high-performance glass roofs, new frames, enhanced glazing, insulated flooring, and replacement gutters and decorative features. A roof upgrade alone can dramatically improve warmth, comfort, energy efficiency and aesthetics. You can also convert your conservatory to feel more like a traditional extension with internal plastering, lighting upgrades, integrated pelmets and stylish finishing touches. 5 Star specialists assess your current structure and recommend the best upgrade path to maximise performance and value.

In most cases, yes. A well-designed and well-insulated conservatory with a modern tiled or solid roof is seen as a usable living space, which can increase the overall appeal and value of your property. By improving energy efficiency, reducing noise, and creating a more practical room, you’re effectively upgrading your home’s footprint without the full cost of a traditional extension. A roof upgrade also extends the life of your conservatory, making it more attractive to future buyers. 5 Star offer high-quality systems backed with long guarantees, giving added reassurance and long-term value.

5 Star are a trusted, long-established conservatory specialist, offering market-leading roof systems, expert installation teams and full project management from start to finish. Every roof is UK manufactured, engineered for superior performance and installed by trained specialists who understand the unique requirements of conservatory structures. We handle surveys, structural checks, building regulation approval, design, installation and aftercare – all under one roof. With thousands of successful roof upgrades completed and excellent customer reviews, homeowners rely on 5 Star for quality, reliability and a seamless, stress-free experience.