Winter has arrived and it has arrived with a vengeance
. Temperatures throughout the country have regularly reached below freezing over the past few weeks with forecasters predicting that more poor weather is on the way. There is a distinct chill in the air and more than a distinct chill in those properties that have yet to install contemporary windows designed to improve energy efficiency.
One of the best explanations for the reasoning behind cold weather making its way into the home comes down to the fact that old poorly insulating windows simply are not up to the job of keeping cold air out. As frames weaken and the single pane of glass fails to deflect draughts away, homes become subject to heat loss and weather gain. Failing to replace them then leads to higher energy bills as you resort to over usage of your thermostat to try and restore warmth indoors.
Rather than continuously wasting your money on energy to compensate for your windows, you should get double glazing and composite doors installed as they will put a permanent end to heat loss and draughts. The days when you had to leave your heating system permanently in the on position will come to an end as your property will feel far more comfortable in terms of the temperature felt inside.
Most of our major energy companies have implemented hikes in energy prices over the past few weeks or about to which makes it essential that you do not fail to give your windows the attention they deserve. Otherwise you will not only be subject to expensive energy, but you could also be putting the health of your family at risk by allowing them to be subjected to freezing weather.
There are other qualities to double glazing too. The aesthetic qualities of the windows will provide your home with a brand new look. Gone will be the rotting and tatty looking frames, replaced with a finish and frame designed to last with minimum maintenance required on your part.
Your property will also be far more secure when you purchase replacement windows for your home as they come with a multi-point locking system that is near impossible to break and a frame that promises durability and toughness under stress. This will leave you far less anxious each time your home is left unoccupied.
Beyond winter, double glazed windows will continue to work hard to offer your home many different benefits.