DIY Conservatories

There are many options available to you and the best one really depends on your budget and DIY ability.

If you opt for the fully DIY route, you will construct the base (a steel conservatory base is sometimes used, see video below) and install the conservatory yourself. This is the option that will carry the greatest cost savings.

Not keen on the building bit? Then you can get a local builder to construct the base and then install the conservatory yourself, this will also typically save a few thousand pounds compared to the fully fitted option.

So you want to save money on a new conservatory but can't be bothered with any DIY? Well, all you have to do is project-manage the thing yourself and that's easy because there's not that much to do.

The first step is to measure the space you have available and order your conservatory to your preferred sizes and specifications at which point you should be supplied with a conservatory base plan by the manufacturer. Be sure to buy direct from a manufacturer as this will result in far better value for your money.

The next step is to get a local builder (one that is recommended to you is best) to construct the base in accordance with the base plan supplied.

Once this has been done, your builder will need to make any adjustments to the sizes on the base plan if necessary (he may have worked to the nearest brick, and not the exact sizes on the plan) before you confirm to the conservatory supplier the exact manufacturing sizes and arrange delivery.

Finally, once your conservatory has been delivered, you can arrange for your builder to return and fit it for you.

It's as easy as that, and this option will typically still save you a couple of thousand pounds, so it's well worth the little organisation that is required.

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