Which costs less?
A conservatory costs less than an extension, typically £1,100–£1,800 per square metre against £2,200–£3,200 per square metre for a masonry extension in Glasgow.
Comparisons
Conservatory Or Extension? A Glasgow Comparison
A conservatory is a predominantly glazed room added to a house. An extension is a masonry addition built to the same standards as the original dwelling.
Which adds more value?
An extension adds more resale value, because it counts as full living accommodation in a valuation while a conservatory usually does not.
A warm-roof conservatory or orangery sits between the two and is valued far more favourably than a glass-roofed room.
Which is faster to build?
A conservatory is faster to build, taking three to five weeks on site against ten to sixteen weeks for a comparable extension.
How do I choose?
Choose a conservatory for light-filled additional space at lower cost, and an extension when the room must function as a bedroom, kitchen or bathroom.
