What is double Glazing?
Double glazing or insulated glazing is adding an additional pane of glass to your windows such that the two panes are separated by air. The objective is to insulate your house against the external environment. Sometimes, for additional protection, the gap between the two panes may be filled with gas.
Double glazing windows brings the following benefits:
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Prevents loss of heat through the windows during winter and blocks outside heat from entering your home in summer so that you save on your electricity bills.
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Wards off disturbing noises from outside
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Reduces condensation on your windows
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Provides an additional layer of security to your home
Up to 40% of a home’s heating energy can be lost in winter and 87% of heat gained in summer through windows leading to more consumption of electricity. With double glazing, you can save up to £100 on your annual electricity bills.
Things to keep in mind while deciding on double glazing
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Decide beforehand on the material for the frame. Double glazing frames come in UPVC, aluminum or timber. UPVC is popularly used as it is cheap, recyclable, easy to maintain and gives better insulation.
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Quotes to install double glazing will vary hugely depending on materials used and whether the dealer is a major national brand or a local service. Do your research well before you ask for a quote.
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Take quotes from similar type of dealers and specify the type of material you want beforehand so that you can make a more accurate comparison between the quotes you receive.
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Check if the dealer you are interested in is registered with Fensa, BM Trada or Certass. Registered dealers have more credibility and their work is likely to adhere to regulations on energy efficiency. Also, registered dealers will be able to give you a certificate to show your windows meet the required levels of energy saving.
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Do not jump to hire a dealer based on promises made on advertisements. Companies often make enticing offers through advertisements. Before you decide to do business with them, be sure to find out more details on the offer. There may be a catch to the offer and the sooner you discover it, the better you can decide.
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Talk to people you know to get recommendations on businesses you can trust. It is better to hire a local business that you know has done a good job previously. Local businesses are also preferable because it is convenient to get them to fix any problems you may have in the future.
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Be sure to ask about the warranty offered on the materials and final product.
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Many companies offer financing schemes where you can make payments over an extended period. If you opt for such a scheme, do keep in mind that the amount you pay over the payment period is likely to exceed the ready cost of the work by a good percentage.
What is triple glazing?
Triple glazing is having 3 panes of glass on your windows to achieve even greater insulation and protection than afforded by double glazed windows. It is costlier than double glazing and takes much longer to realize its worth in energy savings.
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