Plymouth's Conservatory Roof Specialists
External Cladding Plymouth
Transform and protect your home with professionally installed composite and external cladding from Better Roof. We install attractive, low-maintenance cladding across Plymouth and surrounding areas, with a free home survey and quotation.
- Warm in winter, cool in summer
- No more leaks or condensation
- Fully insulated tiled roof systems
No pushy sales · Same-day reply · 10-year insurance-backed guarantee
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Overview
A simple, considered approach.
- ✓ Free home survey and fixed written quote
- ✓ Our own employed fitters
- ✓ Family-run, based in Plymouth's Barbican
- ✓ Covering Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall
House cladding in Plymouth
Cladding covers your outside walls with a new weatherproof skin. It hides tired render, stained pebble-dash or patched brickwork, and protects the wall behind from the rain and salt air that South West homes get so much of. We clad whole houses, single elevations, extensions, dormers and conservatory walls.
Every job starts with a free survey. We check the condition of your walls, measure up, show you colours and finishes, and give you a fixed written price before anything starts.
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The problem
Why most older conservatory roofs stop working.
Almost every project we visit starts with the same set of complaints.
Too hot in summer
Glass and polycarbonate roofs trap solar heat and make the room unusable.
Too cold in winter
Poor insulation lets warmth escape and pushes up your heating bills.
Leaks & condensation
Aging seals and single-skin roofs let damp in and cause recurring leaks.
Loud during rain
Thin roof materials amplify noise so the room never feels settled.
Composite cladding Plymouth
We install Durasid composite cladding — boards made to look like painted timber weatherboard, without the upkeep. They don't rot, split or need repainting, and they hold their colour well on exposed, south-facing walls. For most homes, this is the product we recommend.
External wall cladding
The boards are fixed to a ventilated batten frame on the existing wall, so air can move behind them and any moisture drains away. Trims finish the corners, window reveals and edges so the result looks neat and stays weather-tight. Where you'd like a warmer house, insulated cladding adds an insulation layer behind the boards.
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The solution
A complete insulated warm-roof system.
Engineered to building-reg standards and finished beautifully inside and out.
Our cladding services
- Composite cladding — Durasid boards, low-maintenance, in a range of colours.
- External wall cladding — single walls, gable ends, extensions and dormers.
- House cladding — full elevations or the whole house.
- Conservatory cladding — gable infills and side walls, often fitted with a new warm roof.
- Insulated cladding — an insulation layer behind the boards to cut heat loss.
U-value
0.18 W/m²K
Lifetime
40+ years
Guarantee
10 yr IBG
Install
2–4 days
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The process
Four clear steps from first visit to finished room.
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Survey
We visit, measure and discuss exactly how you want to use the room.
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Specify
A clear written quote — materials, finish and timeline up front.
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Install
Old roof off, fully insulated warm-roof system on, by our own crew.
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Finish
Plastered ceiling, full clean-down and walk-through with you.
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The result
A conservatory you actually want to spend time in.
Cool in summer
No more trapped heat — the room stays comfortable on the hottest days.
Warm in winter
Insulated to modern building-reg standards so you keep the heat in.
10 year guarantee
Insurance-backed guarantee, plus a 40-year guarantee on the tiles.
Fast install
Most projects are completed in just 2–4 days by our own crew.
Why homeowners choose external cladding
- A fresh look without rebuilding or re-rendering.
- Less maintenance — no painting, just an occasional wash.
- Weather protection for the walls behind.
- Warmer rooms when you choose insulated cladding.
Cladding colours and finishes
Popular choices include anthracite grey, light grey, white, cream and wood-effect finishes, in horizontal weatherboard or vertical board styles. We bring samples to your survey so you can see them against your brick, windows and roof.
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Cost guide
What does it cost?
Honest, typical price ranges so you can plan with confidence — every quote is bespoke after a free home survey.
How much does house cladding cost in Plymouth?
We don't publish a fixed price, because these things change the cost on every house:
- Size — the wall area being clad.
- Access — whether scaffolding is needed and how easy the walls are to reach.
- Preparation — removing old cladding or fixing loose render first.
- Materials — the product, colour and whether it's insulated.
- Complexity — windows, doors, corners and trims to work around.
- Installation — pipes, vents and fittings that need moving or extending.
Your free survey gives you a fixed written quote. Book yours here.
Cladding installation process
- Free home survey, measurements and colour choice.
- Fixed written quote and an agreed start date.
- Walls prepared and the batten frame fitted.
- Boards, trims and finishing details installed.
- Final walk-round with you and a tidy site.
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Local coverage
Plymouth, Devon & Cornwall.
A locally based crew covering the South West — most projects are within 30 minutes of our Barbican workshop.
Areas we cover
We install cladding across Plymouth and nearby towns and villages, including:
We also look after conservatory roofs — see conservatory roof replacement — and offer roof cleaning.
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Compare
Why our warm roof outperforms a traditional conservatory.
Feature
Southside Better Roofs
Traditional
Insulation
Maintains a steady temperature year-round
Hard to heat or cool
Weatherproof
Weathertight, 10-year insurance-backed guarantee
Prone to leaks
Sound
Quiet — blocks rain and traffic noise
Loud during rain
UV
Stops glare and sun damage to furnishings
Little to no UV protection
Maintenance
No cleaning or upkeep required
Constant cleaning needed
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How much does it cost to clad a house?+
It depends on the wall area, access (scaffolding or not), how much preparation the existing walls need, the cladding product and how many windows, corners and trims are involved. Because every house is different, we don't publish a fixed price. We measure up on a free home survey and give you a fixed written quote.
What is the best external cladding for a house?+
For most homes in the South West we recommend composite cladding. It doesn't need painting, won't rot, and copes well with wet, salty coastal weather. Where you also want to improve warmth, insulated cladding adds an insulation layer behind the boards. We'll talk through the options at your survey.
Is composite cladding waterproof?+
The boards themselves don't absorb water the way timber does. The wall stays dry because of how the system is installed: a ventilated batten frame behind the boards lets any moisture drain and dry out, and trims seal the edges around windows and corners.
Does cladding improve insulation?+
Standard cladding is mainly about protection and appearance and adds little insulation on its own. Insulated cladding includes an insulation layer behind the boards, which helps reduce heat loss through the walls. We'll tell you honestly which suits your house.
Does house cladding need planning permission?+
Often it doesn't, but it depends. Rules differ for listed buildings, conservation areas and flats, and cladding that looks very different from the original house may need approval. Check the Planning Portal or ask your local council; we'll flag anything we spot at the survey.
How long does composite cladding last?+
Composite cladding is designed to last for decades with very little maintenance, typically an occasional wash down. The exact lifespan and guarantee depend on the product chosen, and we'll give you the manufacturer's details with your quote.
Can cladding be installed over existing walls?+
Usually, yes. Cladding is fixed to a batten frame on top of sound brick, block or render. If the existing wall has damp, loose render or cracks, those need sorting first, and we'll point them out on the survey.
How long does cladding installation take?+
It depends on the size of the house, the access and the weather. We'll give you an expected timescale with your quote so you know what to plan for.
FAQ
Got questions?
Straight answers to the things people ask us most.
It depends on the wall area, access (scaffolding or not), how much preparation the existing walls need, the cladding product and how many windows, corners and trims are involved. Because every house is different, we don't publish a fixed price. We measure up on a free home survey and give you a fixed written quote.
For most homes in the South West we recommend composite cladding. It doesn't need painting, won't rot, and copes well with wet, salty coastal weather. Where you also want to improve warmth, insulated cladding adds an insulation layer behind the boards. We'll talk through the options at your survey.
The boards themselves don't absorb water the way timber does. The wall stays dry because of how the system is installed: a ventilated batten frame behind the boards lets any moisture drain and dry out, and trims seal the edges around windows and corners.
Standard cladding is mainly about protection and appearance and adds little insulation on its own. Insulated cladding includes an insulation layer behind the boards, which helps reduce heat loss through the walls. We'll tell you honestly which suits your house.
Often it doesn't, but it depends. Rules differ for listed buildings, conservation areas and flats, and cladding that looks very different from the original house may need approval. Check the Planning Portal or ask your local council; we'll flag anything we spot at the survey.
Composite cladding is designed to last for decades with very little maintenance, typically an occasional wash down. The exact lifespan and guarantee depend on the product chosen, and we'll give you the manufacturer's details with your quote.
Usually, yes. Cladding is fixed to a batten frame on top of sound brick, block or render. If the existing wall has damp, loose render or cracks, those need sorting first, and we'll point them out on the survey.
It depends on the size of the house, the access and the weather. We'll give you an expected timescale with your quote so you know what to plan for.
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