In many cases, yes. A scaffold can often bridge over a conservatory, extension or porch using beams, so nothing rests on the glass or roof panels. We need clear photographs or a site visit to decide the safest arrangement.
This guide explains the general position in the UK. Your quotation and a site assessment will confirm what applies to your property.
How bridging works
Scaffold beams span from standards on either side of the conservatory, carrying the working lifts above it. The conservatory roof takes no load. Where the span is too wide, or there is nowhere to stand the scaffold on one side, the design changes.
Other options
- Standing in front of it: on smaller conservatories, the scaffold may stand in front with extended lifts.
- Protective boarding: a boarded deck above the roof can protect it from dropped materials.
- Temporary removal: occasionally a porch or lean to is easier to remove and refit, which is a decision for you and your builder.
Need a scaffold?
Send us the address and a few photos. We will come back with a clear, fully explained quotation.
What to tell us
- Width and depth of the conservatory
- What the roof is made of
- Whether it belongs to a neighbour
- Ground conditions either side
- What work is being done above
- Access around the house
If the conservatory is your neighbour's, read our guide to scaffolding on a neighbour's property.
Protecting the conservatory
Nothing should be stood on, stored on or thrown onto a conservatory roof. Glass and polycarbonate are not designed to take loads. Protection from falling debris is planned into the scaffold where needed.
Frequently asked questions
Does bridging a conservatory cost more?
Usually, because beams and extra standards add material and time. We show it clearly on the quote.
Can you scaffold over a neighbour's conservatory?
Only with their permission, and the same bridging approach normally applies.
Will the conservatory be damaged?
The scaffold is designed so the conservatory carries no load. Tell us about it before we quote so it is planned properly.