Hitchin conservatory replacements, designed and built
Our design and build teams take on conservatory replacements in Hitchin, from the first measured survey through planning and building control to the finished room.
- Guide price in HitchinFrom £21,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time8–14 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsSG4, SG5
Planning rules that apply in Hitchin
In England a single-storey rear extension can usually go up to 3 m beyond the original rear wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 m on a detached house, without a planning application, provided it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m within 2 m of a boundary and, with other buildings, covers no more than half the land around the original house. The larger home extension prior approval scheme raises those depths to 6 m and 8 m, with neighbours notified and a 42-day decision.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (formerly AONBs), the Broads and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
How much does a conservatory replacement cost in Hitchin?
Prices below are for Hitchin, using the East of England factor of ×1.06. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Hitchin: £1,960 to £3,710 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 3.3 m 10 m² | £21,000 – £25,500 | £22,500 – £29,500 | £29,000 – £37,500 |
| 3.5 m × 4 m 14 m² | £27,000 – £33,000 | £31,500 – £41,000 | £40,500 – £52,000 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £39,000 – £47,000 | £45,500 – £58,500 | £58,000 – £74,500 |
Includes removal of the old conservatory. Reusing existing foundations is only possible after investigation.
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Included in a typical project
- Trial holes to check the existing foundations
- New or upgraded foundations
- Opening widened into the house if wanted
- Glazing and doors to suit the new room
A replacement is a chance to rethink the shape. Many conservatories are oddly proportioned; for a similar cost the new room can often be squarer, wider or better connected to the kitchen.
Working in Hitchin
Across SG4, SG5, we can visit, measure and advise. Neighbouring towns we cover include Letchworth Garden City (3 miles), Stevenage (5 miles), Harpenden (10 miles), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles).
Luton, in Bedfordshire, is roughly 7 miles from Hitchin and also on our list. The East of England mixes market-town terraces, inter-war semis and modern estates. Clay soils are common in parts of the region, which can affect foundation design.
What happens next
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Your questions about a conservatory replacement in Hitchin
Do I need building regulations approval in Hitchin?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Will my neighbours in Hitchin be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Hitchin, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Is it worth replacing a conservatory with an extension?
If the conservatory is unusable for much of the year, usually yes. A solid extension gives a heated room that counts as proper living space. Our guide range is about £1,960 to £3,710 per m² including VAT, including removal.
Can I keep the existing base?
Sometimes, but conservatory bases are often too shallow for solid walls. Trial holes tell us before we confirm the price.
Book a free site visit in Hitchin
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.