If you're comparing quotes for a tiled conservatory roof, you'll find two broad approaches. Some installers fit a manufactured system, a kit of factory-made components delivered to your home. Nu-Look builds a bespoke timber frame from scratch on site for every conservatory. Both approaches can give you a solid roof. Here's how they differ, so you can ask the right questions.
How Nu-Look's timber roof is built
Timber is great for insulating and gives a reliable structure. Every material is cut on site by the installation team, so the roof is truly bespoke. Nu-Look says this also removes the chance of manufacturing errors and gives the fitters complete control over your installation. The timber base supports several layers of insulation and lightweight Tapco tiles, and the finished system reaches a U-value of 0.14 W/m²K.
Questions to ask any installer
- What U-value does the finished roof reach? Nu-Look's is 0.14 W/m²K.
- Who guarantees it, and is the guarantee insurance-backed? Nu-Look gives a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee through QualityMark Protection.
- What's the tile guarantee? Tapco tiles carry a 40-year manufacturer's guarantee.
- Who handles building regulations? Nu-Look arranges building regulations approval and the completion sign-off for you where it's needed.
- How heavy is the roof? Tapco tiles weigh only about 12kg per m² once installed.
- Is the quote fixed? Nu-Look gives a fixed-price quote after the survey and never inflates prices to make a discount look bigger.
Also see Tapco vs Britmet vs Metrotile tiles.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a timber roof strong enough?
The timber base gives the conservatory an excellent structure and supports the insulation and lightweight tiles. A structural survey is carried out before installation.
Can I see one?
Yes. Nu-Look's Northampton showroom has exposed timber-frame and Tapco tile displays, and we can bring samples and photos to your survey.
Areas we cover
Hitchin · Stevenage · Letchworth & Baldock · Biggleswade & Sandy · Bedford · St Albans · Luton · Welwyn Garden City · Royston · Hertford