| Does
installing new PVC-U windows increase the market value
of my property? |
| PVC-U
windows and doors will add to the character and appearance
of your property. They are far more effective at dealing
with draughts and keeping out the cold and yes, research
suggests that domestic properties with double glazed windows
and secure doors increase the desire to purchase, therefore
increasing its worth. |
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| What
choices do I have with regard to window styles and colours? |
| We
make all our windows from new, therefore the style, shape
and size will always be obtainable. Five colour finishes
are available. White, Rosewood on white and Light Oak
on White. |
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| Will
my new windows save me money on fuel costs? |
| Yes!
PVC-U windows and doors are ultra efficient which helps
considerably with reducing heat loss from your home. Another
alternative is to install Pilkington 'K' Glass which will
improve efficiency by a further 18%. |
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| What
is the difference between PVC-U and wood? |
| PVC-U
is a low maintenance plastic compound that is strong,
extremely hard wearing and much more resistant to fluctuating
climate changes. It never needs painting yet retains its
colour unlike wood and it also benefits from having a
honeycomb section which makes the frame more thermally
efficient. |
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| What
sort of maintenance can I expect to have to perform? |
| Your
window frames are virtually maintenance free. A simple
wipe is all that is required. Moving parts such as hinges,
shootbolts and locks need occasional oiling. A 5 minute
job every 3 months. |
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| Do
I need planning permission when installing a conservatory? |
| Planning
permission varies from area to area. Most do not need
permission if they are under 30 square metres. |
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| Will
my conservatory be custom built or off the shelf? |
| All
our conservatories are custom built precisely to your
own individual requirements. |
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| What
is the difference between Edwardian and Georgian conservatories? |
| Edwardian
conservatories consists three sides, such as a lean-to.
Victorian conservatories are different in that they have
an angled frontage similar to the shape of a fifty pence
piece. |
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