For most households in the UK, double-glazed windows are the most effective way to reduce your utility cost. In fact, 44% of people who have had double-glazed windows installed reported that their homes actually stayed warmer and that they were able to reduce their energy bills.
Advantages of Double-Glazed Windows
Double glazing in DA17 has a plethora of benefits over its single-glazed counterpart where there is just one glass with no layer of air. Double glazing keeps warm air inside your home, meaning that it helps to insulate better. This results in more affordable heating bills and fewer draughts. Double glazing also reduces the condensation that can form on the inside of your windows. Because they are more difficult to break than single-glazed windows, double-glazed windows can also heighten security.
Analysts from the Energy Saving Trust state that if you replace all of the windows in a three-bedroom, semi-detached house with double-glazed windows, you could save between £85 and £110 a year with A-rated glass and approximately £75 to £100 a year with B-rated glass. This adds up to a total savings of between £1,500 and £2,200 over 20 years!
Types of Double-Glazed Window Frames
The most common type of double-glazed window frames are uPVC or unplasticised polyvinyl chloride. Not only is uPVC almost three times cheaper than traditional wooden frames but it is also recyclable, energy efficient, and highly durable.
Alternative options include aluminium or wood frames. Most people feel that wooden frames are subtler than uPVC and look a little bit better on wooden homes. While wood frames tend to be slightly more expensive and require more maintenance, they can last a very long time if cared for correctly.
It’s no secret that double-glazed windows offer a wide variety of sought-after benefits for your home. If you are considering double-glazing, talk to an expert for a quote today.