Ten Hints for Buying a Conservatory

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1/ So you want a Conservatory?

What are you looking to accomplish with a Conservatory? If you’re looking at your options for more space you can move, build an extension or indeed add a conservatory.

In the current housing market the housing industry is quite weak, therefore selling your property could be a difficult task. Adding a conservatory will not only give you extra space, it will increase the value of your home when you decide that time has come.

2/ What is the purpose?

It is a good idea to think about what you will use it for before beginning to plan the design. if you know what its use will be, the designing process will be a lot easier.

3/ Conservatory Inspiration

Orion Windows have a website dedicated to giving you ideas. If you visit a showroom, industry professionals will also be there to help you – or they can come visit you if you arrange a meeting.

4/ Conservatory Designs

There are a host of designs available. From the old fashioned victorian or edwardian designs, to the more box shaped lean-to design, to the p-shape and even an Orangery.

All designs are bespoke and have their own advantages and it’s a good idea to discuss your wants and needs for the conservatory with our qualified staff.

5/ Quotes

Many sites offer you online quotes. A lot of these sites will take your details and then sell them on the a 3rd party, meaning you’ll be rung by a strange company, without having the ability to research them or even know anything about them.

Rest assured, you can request a free Conservatory Quote with us and be handled in a personal manner with extreme care and professionalism.

6/ It might be a good idea to look local

A lot of local installers can offer very good deals. They are also be easy to receive follow up service from. Conservatory Outlet has a lot of local retailers, including Orion Windows – please visit our website or phone to see if we have a retailer in your area.

7/ How long will it take?

You should ask the company you choose to give you an estimated time-scale and make sure it does not clash with any plans. An industry standard guess for a standard conservatory would be around 4-6 weeks.

8/ Finance Offers

Companies can offer great finance deals, including no payment for a year and a small deposit – as well as further offers that are available.

9/ Flooring, Heating, Furniture

Extra items which you may not think of at the time become a necessity once the structure is complete. A lot of retailers offer these products (such as flooring, furniture, etc) as well and can give you a good price. Conservatory Blinds are another thing you may look at, as they can look absolutely brilliant and come in a wide variety of colours.

10/ Guarantee

Make sure the company you purchase from offer a good guarantee. This needs to be a long guarantee – Orion Windows offers it’s infamous 1 2 3 Guarantee, which is a £1000 Security guarantee, a 10 year manufacturers guarantee and an insurance back guarantee.