Verandas in Sheffield
A veranda is a covered area fixed to the back of the house, usually an aluminium frame with a glass or polycarbonate roof. It keeps the rain off a deck or patio and lets the light through.
A fitted aluminium veranda of about 4 × 3 m with a glass roof typically costs £5,000 to £14,000, depending on the glazing and extras.
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Is a veranda right for you?
- You want to sit outside in light rain.
- You want shelter outside the back door or patio doors.
- You want an outdoor dining area that works for more of the year.
- You want something lighter and cheaper than a conservatory.
Typical veranda prices
| Type | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Aluminium with glass roof About 4 × 3 m, fitted | £5,000 to £14,000 |
| Polycarbonate roof Same size | Usually less than glass |
| Side panels, lights, heaters | Priced as extras |
Installed prices for verandas vary widely and published figures are thin, so treat these as a rough guide. Sources: installers' answers on MyJobQuote, September to October 2026. A guide, not a quote.
What a good quote includes
Six things to ask every installer to put in writing, so you can compare quotes properly.
Planning checked first
Government guidance says verandas are not permitted development, so many need planning permission. Check with the council before you order.
Fixed securely to the house
A wall plate fixed into sound brickwork, with flashing to stop water getting behind.
Glass or polycarbonate
Glass looks better and lasts; polycarbonate is lighter and cheaper. Ask for the glass type and thickness.
Gutters and drainage
An integrated gutter and downpipe taken to a drain or soakaway.
Snow and wind loads
Ask what loads the roof is designed for, especially on higher ground.
Warranty in writing
For the frame finish, the glazing and the installation.
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Survey and fixed price
The installer checks the wall, drainage and planning position.
Planning, if needed
Allow time for an application before work starts.
Frame
Wall plate fixed, posts set on footings, beams fitted.
Roof and finish
Glazing, gutters and any side panels, lights or heaters fitted.
Questions people ask
Do I need planning permission for a veranda?
Often yes. The government's technical guidance says verandas are not permitted development. Check with your council before ordering.
How much does a glass veranda cost?
A fitted aluminium veranda of about 4 × 3 m with a glass roof typically costs £5,000 to £14,000.
Glass or polycarbonate roof?
Glass is clearer, quieter in rain and lasts longer. Polycarbonate is lighter and cheaper.
Veranda or pergola?
A veranda has a solid, waterproof roof and fixes to the house. A pergola is usually freestanding with an open or louvred roof.
Get a free quote for a veranda
Three short steps, about two minutes. The more you tell us, the more useful the installer's first call will be.
We're a free matching service, not an installer. We find a local decking installer and tell you who they are before anyone contacts you.
Thank you. We've got your enquiry.
- We'll find a decking installer who covers your area and tell you who they are, usually within one working day.
- We only pass on your details if you tell us you're happy for us to.
- They then arrange a visit to measure up and give you a fixed price. We won't send you marketing.