The Good Veranda Company
Guides, Advice & Inspiration
Honest, practical guides to help you make the best decision for your home and your family.
Posted 16 Jul 2026
Common Veranda Buying Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common veranda buying mistakes — undersizing, the wrong roof, forgotten drainage, buying on price — and how to avoid each one.
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Posted 9 Jul 2026
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Carport in the UK?
Do you need planning permission for a carport? A clear UK guide to permitted development, the front-of-house catch, and when to check with your council.
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Posted 2 Jul 2026
Carport vs Garage: Which Is Right for You? An Honest Comparison
Carport vs garage — an honest comparison of cost, build time, planning, security, ventilation and value, to help you decide which actually suits your home.
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Posted 25 Jun 2026
What Does a Carport Cost in the UK? A Transparent 2026 Price Guide
How much does a carport cost in the UK? An honest 2026 guide — real starting prices, installed inc VAT, and the seven things that move the number.
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Posted 18 Jun 2026
Veranda Lighting Ideas: From Festoons to Integrated LED
Veranda lighting ideas that actually work — layer integrated LED, spotlights and festoons for a warm, usable space after dark, done tastefully.
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Posted 11 Jun 2026
Carport Sizing Guide: How Big for 1, 2 or 3 Cars (Plus Caravans & EVs)
Wondering what size carport you need? Our UK sizing guide covers the right dimensions for 1, 2 or 3 cars, plus caravans, motorhomes and EV charging.
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Posted 4 Jun 2026
Hot Tub Under a Veranda: The Practical Guide
Thinking of putting a hot tub under a veranda? An honest practical guide to roof choice, ventilation, electrics, the base, privacy and using it year-round.
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Posted 14 May 2026
12 Garden Birds You'll See From Your Veranda — A Beginner's Guide
The 12 UK garden birds you'll see in your first year of birdwatching from a covered outdoor seat. How to identify each, where to feed them, and when to watch.
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Posted 11 May 2026
How to Survey Your Own Garden for a Veranda — A Pre-Visit Head-Start
We always do a full site survey before installing a veranda — but if you'd like to take some photos and measurements first, it's a useful head-start. Here's exactly what to take and why each one matters.
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Posted 7 May 2026
The British Weather Problem in Numbers — How Often Is It Actually Too Wet to Use the Garden?
The British complain about the weather more than they need to. What the Met Office data actually shows about UK rainfall — and why a covered outdoor space gives you back more usable garden days than the stats suggest.
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Posted 4 May 2026
Why British Gardens Are Getting Smaller — and Why That Changes How We Use Them
UK new-build gardens are notably smaller than the ones our parents grew up in. The shift has quietly changed what an outdoor space is for — and what UK homeowners spend on theirs.
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Posted 30 Apr 2026
How a Veranda Handles Heavy Rain, Wind, and Snow — What's Actually Engineered In
A veranda only earns its keep on the bad days. Here's what's actually engineered into a quality aluminium veranda for rain, wind and snow — and what to look for so you don't end up with one that isn't.
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Posted 27 Apr 2026
Glass Veranda Buying Guide 2026: 9 Things to Check Before You Order
Nine specific checks to make on any glass veranda quote — from glass spec and frame grade to coating, span, warranty and price transparency. The honest version.
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Posted 23 Apr 2026
From Victorian Glasshouse to Modern Veranda: The History of Britain's Outdoor Room
Four hundred years of British glass, iron, and outdoor ambition — from the great orangeries of the 1600s to the aluminium verandas of today.
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Posted 20 Apr 2026
How to Choose the Right Size Veranda: Depth, Span, and Getting It Right
A practical guide to sizing a veranda properly — how deep, how wide, and the mistakes that are easy to make before you've even decided on a model.
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Posted 16 Apr 2026
Benefits of a Carport for UK Homeowners
From weather protection and EV charging to property value and planning permission. An honest look at why aluminium carports are a smart home investment.
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Posted 13 Apr 2026
What Is a Veranda Actually Made Of? A Deep Dive into Materials
Most veranda guides tell you the frame is made from aluminium and leave it there. This one goes into what type, how it gets its strength, how glass is actually made, what a PVB interlayer is, why EPDM rubber is used in the gaskets — everything you'd want to know about what you're buying.
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Posted 9 Apr 2026
How to Create an Outdoor Dining Space That Works All Year
Practical ideas for eating outside in every season — shelter, heating, lighting, and wind protection.
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Posted 6 Apr 2026
Questions to Ask Before Buying a Veranda
The essential questions to ask any veranda company before signing — plus red flags to watch for.
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Posted 2 Apr 2026
Can You Have a Veranda in a Small Garden?
Practical sizing advice, design tips, and real pricing for compact outdoor spaces.
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Posted 30 Mar 2026
The Smart Way to Finance Home Improvements
Most people pay cash or take out loans and end up worse off. Here's how to keep your savings growing while paying zero interest.
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Posted 30 Mar 2026
Veranda vs Conservatory: Which Is Right for Your Home?
Compare verandas and conservatories — cost, comfort, maintenance, and year-round usability.
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Posted 23 Mar 2026
Veranda Side Options Explained
A complete guide to enclosing your veranda. Compare sliding glass, fixed glass, aluminium, polycarbonate, and louvred walls.
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Posted 19 Mar 2026
UK Garden Trends 2026
From covered outdoor living to low-maintenance landscaping, here's what British homeowners are doing with their gardens in 2026.
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Posted 16 Mar 2026
What to Expect: Your Veranda Project Timeline From Enquiry to Completion
A transparent, step-by-step guide to how your veranda project unfolds — from initial enquiry to installation and after-care, with realistic timescales.
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Posted 12 Mar 2026
Spring: The Best Time to Plan Your Veranda Installation
Why spring is the ideal time to start your veranda project — realistic timelines and how to beat the summer rush.
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Posted 9 Mar 2026
Your Garden Through the Seasons: A Month-by-Month Guide to British Garden Wildlife
From nesting robins in March to hedgehogs fattening up in September — a month-by-month guide to what's happening in your garden, and why spending time outside is one of the best things you can do.
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Posted 6 Mar 2026
Mortgage Rates in 2026: Why Now Is the Time to Improve, Not Move
UK mortgage rates make upsizing expensive. We compare the true cost of moving against improving.
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Posted 2 Mar 2026
The British Garden: A History of Outdoor Living
Four centuries of how Britain fell in love with being outside.
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Posted 23 Feb 2026
5 Ways to Use Your Veranda Year-Round
From home offices to play spaces, exercise retreats to winter entertaining — five ways to use your veranda every month.
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Posted 16 Feb 2026
Veranda Installation: What to Expect
The complete process from first call to finished structure — realistic timelines and what to expect.
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Posted 9 Feb 2026
Improve Don't Move: Why a Veranda Beats Moving House
The true cost of moving house is £31,000–£65,500+. We compare the financial case for improving instead.
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Posted 2 Feb 2026
The True Cost of a Veranda in 2026
Transparent pricing based on 10 years of experience. Real price ranges, what affects cost, and how to get the best value.
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Posted 26 Jan 2026
Glass vs Polycarbonate Veranda Roofs: An Honest Comparison
An honest side-by-side comparison covering cost, noise, durability, appearance and thermal performance.
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Posted 19 Jan 2026
Veranda Planning Permission: A Practical Guide
Do you need planning permission for a veranda? In most cases, no. We explain the key rules.
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Posted 12 Jan 2026
How a Veranda Can Add 5–7% to Your Property Value
Research shows outdoor living spaces can add 5–15% to property value. We break down the numbers and explain why verandas consistently outperform other home improvements for return on investment.
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