Warm roofs and replacement conservatory roofs are becoming an increasingly popular product for the home improvement market, and it’s easy to see why. Many older conservatories have ended up as an unused area in many British homes, with the space now just used as storage space or a junk room.
The usual complaint with older conservatories is that they are too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. The main issue in the winter is that the room is too expensive to heat as most older conservatory roofs do not retain the heat very well. In summer the sun is magnified into the room making it too bright and much too hot.
What is a warm roof?
Warm roof technology is making previously unused conservatories all over the country an integral part of the home again. The replacement conservatory roofs help to make the space cozy in the winter and comfortable and cool in the summer, creating an ideal living space all year round.
So, what exactly is a warm roof and how does it work?
A warm roof is a term for this style of roof construction where a layer of insulation is added above the rafters, immediately below the weatherproof membrane. This is a breathable roof construction method that still allows moisture to escape, preventing damp and the possibility of rotting. This breathable method is great for keeping your heat within your property without the need for ventilation.
This hidden later of insulation makes a huge difference to the energy efficiency of your conservatory. Homeowners have noticed amazing savings in their heating bills and are left with a lovely space, that is usable all year round at a temperature that is comfortable no matter the weather.
Many conservatory roof replacements whether glazed or solid are constructed to be non-breathable. The materials and methods used to create the roofs simply don’t allow moisture to escape through the roof. This can be a real trigger for damp spots on replacement conservatory roofs and has led many households to experience patches of damp and mould on their ceilings and walls. In some cases, areas of the conservatory itself have even been seen to rot with the build-up of moisture within the structure. The breathable warm roof designs solve this problem, helping avoid what could be costly future repairs.
How to replace your conservatory roof
With the growing popularity of the conservatory roof replacements in the UK, there is also a growing number of companies manufacturing and supplying energy-efficient warm roofs.
The warm roof can come in many different styles and with different materials. We spoke to Warmer Roof in Somerset; they use a timber build for their warm roof and they tell us “Our Warmer Roof is at least 5 times more energy-efficient than traditional glazed conservatory roofs. So not only will you be able to once again enjoy your room, but its efficiency might just help you save money on your energy bills too.”
These are amazing energy-saving figures, which when put into the real world could transform into real money savings on your heating bills for years to come. Energy-saving isn’t the only reason to convert an old conservatory roof. Creating a lovely, living space for your home that you can actually use can make a massive difference for homeowners, it can also help raise the value of your property for when the time comes that you are looking to sell.
Aaron from Extra Windows tells us “More and more homeowners are coming to us to upgrade their old conservatory roofs to a new, energy-efficient warm roof. We have had some amazing feedback from our customers, with most saying the new roof has completely changed the way they use home, with the new roof giving their previously dated conservatory a new lease of life and giving them a lovely, cozy space to use all year round”.
In Summary
There is no doubting the warm roof design can make a huge difference to the way we use our conservatories. Installing a warm roof for your conservatory can be more expensive than a standard glazed roof. It is down to you to decide whether this additional cost is worth investing in for the difference it would make to your property.
There are a number of companies offering warm roofs around the UK with a number of different styles and designs to choose from. Do your research and speak to a few different companies to find the perfect roofing system for your home an