The soaring cost of energy along with environmental and sustainability issues makes insulating a property a no brainer - even if there is an initial outlay! For those who plan to move rather than improve, there is still the issue of being able to sell, as properties that are not fully insulated with single glazed windows are not only expensive to heat, but also unattractive to buyers, who will be looking to reduce the asking price by at least the cost of carrying out replacement double glazing and fitting insulation, along with an additional discount for having to carry out the work.
Poorly insulated properties are shown up by the Energy Performance Certificate that all UK home owners have to provide to all prospective purchasers. The energy savings over time are significant and will eventually pay for the cost of installation, as replacement double or triple glazing also helps a property benefit from solar gain, retaining heat whilst massively reducing the amount of energy lost.
Nowadays the choice of bespoke replacement windows is mind blowing, but as long as one goes for an independently certified "A" rated window you cannot go far wrong. There are different types of window and finishes to suit any type of property. These include aluminium, timber andUPVC casement windows and tilt and turn windows (both available in double glazing and triple glazing), sliding sash windows, Georgian windows and coloured aluminium windows, available in any RAL colour.
Today's "A" rated UPVC triple glazed windows are incredibly thermally efficient, highly secure and available in the same profile as some double glazed UPVC window profiles, so aesthetically very attractive to boot. Alternatively "A" rated aluminium double glazing offers a slimmer profile, therefore more glass and light, as well as better views and more attractive sight lines.
Whatever the energy saving product chosen, fitting replacement double glazed or triple glazed windows and doors is now an essential must have for any modern UK property in order to reduce heating bills, improve security, add value and improve the living environment.
