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IMPROVING THERMAL PERFORMANCE OF CONSERVATORIES WITH LEKA SYSTEMS With the continued debate on the thermal performance of conservatories, the market for solid roofs will get even bigger. This is the view of Rhys Hoddinott, Managing Director of Leka Systems who discusses their range of thermally efficient roofing systems to help fabricators and installers meet current requirements. Over the past few years, the growth in solid roof conservatory roof installations has been remarkable. With more consumers realising the benefits that a solid roof transformation can deliver including help remedy any design flaws in existing conservatories, the growth has remained strong. Add in the surge in demand since the pandemic with consumers seeking rooms that offer a genuinely year-round space for hybrid working or for pleasure, and the growth has been even more significant. What’s interesting, is we don’t see any signs of sales tailing off anytime soon. In fact, we think solid roofs are about to become even more popular. With the requirements for improved thermal performance along with the new Part L of Building Regulations that come into effect in England on 15 June 2022, the demand for solid conservatory roofs is high. This revision is the first step on the government’s path to ensuring homes are future-proofed with world-leading levels of energy efficiency. The regulations say that conservatories for new homes and conservatories added to existing homes will need to meet stringent new requirements for thermal efficiency. This is where solid roofs will really come into their own. They already offer astonishing U values that insulate a conservatory incredibly effectively. Solid roofs have often been seen as a retro-fit product, but the new regulations mean they’ll become increasingly popular on new build conservatories too. Take our Leka roof system as an example. It comes in five different thermal efficiency levels and budget options so you can choose the one your customer needs. The Leka A+ system offers a U value of 0.12w/m2k.
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The Leka ‘A’ system is the original Leka system. It offers a U value of 0.15 w/m2k The Leka Eco++ offers a competitive option and a U value of 0.15 w/m2k. The Leka Eco+ meets building control requirements with its U value of 0.18 w/ m2k. Finally the Leka Eco has a U value of 0.18 w/m2k and is very competitive. Aside from the impressive thermal efficiency, Leka roofs offer all the benefits of a welldesigned product that’s been designed with the fabricator and installer in mind. Leka roofs are up to 40% lighter than other replacement roof solutions. This means that in most retro-fit projects the existing conservatory frames are able to take the weight of the roof without needing additional reinforcement.
Leka solid roofs are also easy to install, typically taking just two or three days, including removing the old conservatory roof. This is around half the time it takes to install a traditional solid roof replacement. As well as its iconic solid roof, Leka also offers an orangery roof and the Leka Xi modular system, which allows you to create thermally efficient home extensions or freestanding garden rooms which have grown in popularity since the start of the pandemic.
generation and dedicated area support all designed to help you make the most of the market that’s available. And as Leka Systems typically increase a fabricator’s revenue stream by 10-15% in the first year, it’s an opportunity not to be missed! So, if you are an ambitious fabricator or installer who wants to grow their business and offer products that support current regulations, then Leka Systems is a great place to start. www.lekasystems.co.uk
Away from the product benefits there are also the advantages of working with Leka Systems. The company offer a unique sales proposition to ambitious fabricators and installers to help grow their business by becoming an approved Leka partner. Plus, as a Leka partner, you will benefit from extensive marketing support, lead
“Leka roofs are up to 40% lighter than other replacement roof solutions. This means that in most retro-fit projects the existing conservatory frames are able to take the weight of the roof without needing additional reinforcement.”
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May 2022 | www.glassnews.co.uk
