Look for extra security features including special
locks
Inferior products can reduce the value of your property
PVCu Bay window and flat window
- with diamond leads.
There are many reasons for changing your windows and/or
doors and, unless you get it drastically wrong – either
by choosing a style that is unsympathetic to your home
or by doing it ‘on the cheap’ and ending up
with an inferior product – you will improve the look
and increase the value of your property.
Existing windows and doors need repair
When old, timber-framed windows are suffering from rot
it is often more-cost-effective in the long run to replace
them rather than paying out for regular patching, filling
and re-painting.
To improve the appearance of your home
Replacing shabby, old-fashioned windows and doors with
new styles and shapes will significantly change and improve
the look of your home and give it ‘kerb appeal’.
To improve security
Burglary is on the increase and doors and windows are a
common entry point. Many PVCu window systems incorporate
extra security features including special locks to protect
your home.
For better protection from the elements
If your curtains flutter in the breeze, you get a chill
from window draughts or rain leaks in around your windows
it not only detracts from your comfort but also leaves
the fabric of your home open to weather damage.
To reduce noise pollution
If you live on a busy road where traffic noise is an irritation,
the installation of double-glazed windows will significantly
decrease the amount of noise transmitted through your
windows.
For increased energy efficiency
The latest double-glazed windows offer much better insulation
than conventional single- glazed windows. This helps
to retain heat so you can turn down the heating a degree
or two and save on fuel bills without compromising your
comfort.
