If your home has timber window frames, there will come a day when replacement is the obvious solution, which invariably means aluminium frames and double-glazed units. The benefits are many and include added security, lower energy costs and improved sound insulation.
Huge market
Made-to-measure windows are nothing new, they have been around since the 1980s and with affordable windows repair, you can’t really go wrong. Houses built in the 1950s, for example, would have timber window and door frames and they decay to a point when replacement is the only option.
Hermetically sealed
A double-glazed unit has 12mm space and when hermetically sealed, heat cannot transfer through the space, saving you energy. This also prevents condensation and as far as homeowners are concerned, aluminium replacement windows tick all the boxes and should they ever need attention, window repairs are easily sourced.
Made to fit the window aperture
Once an agreement is reached, a surveyor visits to take accurate measurements; the windows are fabricated at the factory and the frames are installed first, with the double-glazed unit to follow, then a thick neoprene strip is inserted. If a window is being made into sliding doors, a lintel would need to be inserted above the frame to support the weight. If you have never heard of glass walls, here is a useful blog that reveals all.
Window locks
Every opening unit has a separate lock, with 2 keys; when you go on vacation, lock all the windows and those you don’t use should be locked as a matter of course. House burglars simply don’t bother once they see aluminium windows, so your new windows act as a deterrent and with rising crime rates, double glazing is a smart move.
Compare quality and prices
If you invite 3-4 window companies to present their product, measure up and give you a quote, then you can make an informed decision. Most companies offer a 10-year warranty, which is a reflection of the quality. Installation is typically 4-6 weeks after the order and a team of installers can handle a two-storey family home in a couple of days.
Replacing your windows and doors is a major investment and one that will see the value of your home rise. Your home will be more secure, you will use less energy and enjoy silence when you desire it.
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