Robby Branson
A Professional You Can Trust.
Robby Branson Builders Ltd
A Professional You Can Trust.
Robby Branson Builders Ltd
Mention a conservatory in most circles, and all you’ll hear is how cold they are in winter or how boiling hot they get in summer. Or that it’s nothing more than a glorified shed. That reputation is well earned — especially in older conservatories built over 20 years ago… or even just 5.
But things have changed. With rising energy costs and a bigger push to make conservatories a proper part of the home, manufacturers and fitters have stepped up. Today’s materials and upgrades are far more advanced, and with the right tweaks, that tired old space can perform like a modern extension.
In fact, spending a little on improvements can be far more sensible than the costs or effort of moving house. You might even be able to extend your current conservatory to gain more usable space — without the stress of planning permission or major disruption.
Many of the latest materials and techniques aren’t just for brand-new builds — they work just as well for general repairs. Some are simple, like fixing a blown double-glazed unit or replacing a stiff window handle. Others go further, like insulating the eaves beam, resealing problem joins, or upgrading individual panels — all without replacing the entire structure
They’ll happily price you up for a whole new roof or a full window and door replacement — but they’ll rarely stop to think whether that’s the right fix. And here’s why:
There’s less money in small jobs. But small jobs are often exactly what’s needed.
Before you rip out your old setup and commit to expensive finance deals, think about what can be done smarter.
These kinds of improvements don’t just save you money — by reusing existing materials wherever possible and reducing waste, they also avoid the disruption of major tear-outs and the risk of damaging surrounding landscaping.
That’s the kind of thinking our Free Conservatory MOT is built on.
You might be surprised how many older roofs can be saved — or improved — without full replacement. And the same goes for windows and doors.
Our FREE Conservatory MOT is a no-pressure inspection that shows you what can be done now, what can wait, and what’s not worth touching.
It’s about saving you money, not selling you a big job for the sake of it.
Let’s be honest — why would another company bother to reseal a door when they’d rather sell you a new one on credit?
Yes, a new roof is often the best long-term fix — no argument there.
But before you go all in, ask yourself this:
Would you leave a window or door open in mid-winter?
Of course not. But that’s exactly what’s happening when your conservatory has loose panels, faulty seals, or broken hinges.
Heat escapes. Cold creeps in. Bills go up.
These sorts of minor repairs don’t just fix comfort issues — they protect your investment, cut energy loss, and get your conservatory back into real use.
And here’s the best part:
They can often be done in stages, to suit your budget and priorities.