Replace Ageing Windows Now Before Energy Bills Rise Again
If last year is anything to go by it is inevitable that many of our major suppliers will be raising their prices at some stage
. The Big Six all upped the cost of gas and/or electricity at the end of 2012 and many experts are predicting they will do so again before the winter is out. This makes it essential for anyone living with old single glazed windows to get them replaced as soon as they possibly can.
The older a single glazed window becomes, particularly one with a timber frame, the more susceptible it is to allowing cold air from the outside to pass through it and hot air to escape. As the frame weakens and gaps begin to appear, the level of insulation it provides lowers, increasing the chances of energy bills reaching a price that many homeowners can ill afford to pay.
The longer you continue to live with old windows, the greater the chances that you will be one of those hardest hit by any future price increases announced by energy suppliers. It does not have to be this way as there are ways of ensuring that fuel costs do not spiral out of control and can be better managed.
The amount of energy your home consumes can be cut the moment you install double glazing in Dundee, double glazing in Montrose or double glazing in Stonehaven. The energy efficiency provided by a double glazed window easily out does that of a single glazed window and is therefore far better at ensuring that any heat created stays trapped within your property.
Heat loss will be eliminated for good which is not only good news for yourself but good news for the environment as lower carbon emissions reduce the risk of climate change occurring. With the excessive burning of fossil fuels no longer necessary to keep your home at a comfortable temperature it also means that they can be preserved for the future.
Any money spent on a brand new set of windows will go a long way as you can expect them to provide a reliable insulating barrier around your home for a minimum of two decades. During that time, they can also retain their appearance without any upkeep or maintenance necessary on your part due to their cleverly designed exterior.
Do not let energy bills get the better of you; new windows will help your cause.