Inspired Glazing designs and installs uPVC conservatories in Staines-upon-Thames and nearby Laleham, Stanwell and Egham Hythe. We take care of the base, the frames, the roof and the garden doors, our installers come from Fifield, about twenty-five to thirty minutes away, and each build is protected by our 10-year guarantee. Frames come in white, woodgrain or dual colour.
Free survey for a uPVC conservatory in Staines-upon-Thames
Surveyed and fitted by our own team from Fifield, with lead times from 10 days and a 10-year guarantee. Tell us what you have in mind and we will book a free survey.
Extra living space for Staines households
Many Staines homes have modest gardens, from Victorian terraces near the town centre to inter-war semis further out. A conservatory can turn a strip of patio into a dining room, a playroom or a home office, while larger detached houses towards Laleham and the river can take something more ambitious. Visit our conservatories page for the full choice.
Conservatory designs we build
Lean-to and gable-fronted
For low eaves or narrow plots, a lean-to conservatory keeps the roof simple and the cost manageable. A gable conservatory has an upright triangular front that maximises height and light.
Period shapes
The multi-faceted front of Victorian conservatories complements bay-fronted older homes. Edwardian conservatories are squarer and use floor space efficiently. Regency and Elizabethan styles offer subtle changes in roof line for a more formal appearance.
Bigger layouts
An L-shaped conservatory can wrap around a corner and link a kitchen with a lounge. A T-shaped conservatory creates a central projection into the garden, and a P-shaped conservatory joins a long section to a rounded end. Large conservatories like these suit families who entertain, while small conservatories provide quiet corners for reading.
Roof types compared
Polycarbonate roofs are light and affordable but can be noisy and hard to keep comfortable. A glass roof conservatory with solar-control glass limits overheating while keeping the sky in view. A solid roof conservatory with an insulated tiled roof gives a room you can use in any month and also helps against Heathrow and M25 noise; a roof lantern restores natural light. If you already have a conservatory that is too hot or too cold, our replacement conservatory roofs can refresh it.
Bases near the river
Much of Staines lies on the Thames floodplain, where the Thames and the Colne meet. That affects foundation design and drainage, and older gardens often hide shallow drain runs or the roots of large trees close to the house. Careful checks at the survey stage avoids surprises once the build is under way. We check levels, drains and nearby trees, then design conservatory bases to suit. If an application is needed, check with Spelthorne Borough Council whether a flood risk assessment should accompany it.
Planning permission and Building Regulations
A conservatory follows the permitted development rules for single-storey extensions. At the rear, it can extend up to 3 metres from the original back wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 metres for a detached house, with a maximum height of 4 metres. Within 2 metres of a boundary, eaves cannot exceed 3 metres. Extensions, sheds and outbuildings together cannot cover more than half the land around the original house. A prior approval application can allow deeper rear extensions in some cases, and side additions are limited to half the house’s width.
Building Regulations usually do not apply to a ground-floor conservatory under 30 square metres that is separated from the house by external walls, doors or windows and has independent heating with its own controls, provided glazing and electrics comply. Any new structural opening into the house needs approval. In the Staines Conservation Area, Laleham or Stanwell Village, check with Spelthorne Borough Council, which is due to become part of West Surrey Council on 1 April 2027. See our planning permission for conservatories and porches guide.
Colours, doors and porches
White frames stay popular, woodgrain foils give a warmer look, and dual colour frames with grey outside and white inside suit modern interiors. For garden access, choose French doors, sliding patio doors or aluminium bifolds. We also build orangeries with brick piers and a roof lantern. A porch adds a buffer against draughts and somewhere for coats and boots.
Costs and nearby areas
Read our conservatory cost guide to see how size and roof type affect the budget. We also build in Egham, Ashford and Wraysbury, and our Staines double glazing page covers the wider service. If your windows need upgrading too, see uPVC windows and doors in Staines-upon-Thames.
Talk to us about your design
We will visit, measure and send a detailed proposal at no cost. Ring 01753 965 005, WhatsApp 07934 152 343, or submit our free quote form. Calls are answered weekdays from 8am until 6pm and on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add a conservatory to a terraced house in Staines?
Usually, yes. A rear conservatory up to 3 metres deep and 4 metres high is normally permitted development on a terraced house, provided extensions do not cover more than half the land around it. Homes in a conservation area, flats and properties with removed rights may need an application, so check with Spelthorne Borough Council.
Does flood risk affect a conservatory in Staines-upon-Thames?
It can affect the base design and drainage, since parts of the town sit on the Thames floodplain. We check ground levels and drains during survey. If your project needs planning permission, the council may require a flood risk assessment, so it is worth asking Spelthorne Borough Council early on.
Is a solid roof better than glass?
The answer turns on how the room will be used. A solid insulated roof keeps temperatures steadier and cuts noise from rain and aircraft. A glass roof with solar-control coating gives more daylight and a view of the sky. Many owners choose a solid roof with a lantern to get some of both.
Do I need Building Regulations approval for a conservatory?
Not usually, provided it is single storey, on the ground floor, under 30 square metres, separated from the house by external-quality doors or windows, and has its own heating controls. Glazing and electrical work must still meet the regulations. Removing the wall between house and conservatory needs approval.
What doors work best for opening onto the garden?
French doors suit traditional designs and open fully in pairs. Sliding patio doors save space because they do not swing into the room. Aluminium bifolds from Smart Visofold or Cortizo fold back almost entirely for a wide opening in summer. We help you choose based on garden size and how you use it.