Energy Efficient Replacement Windows, Doors, Double Glazing, Sash Windows, Bay Windows, Porches, Conservatories and Secondary Glazing

Energy Saving Recommended Scheme – From The Energy Saving Trust (EST)

Manufacturing companies voluntarily submit their windows for energy-efficiency accreditation so that they can be assessed and graded. This has currently become more important to organisations, as there are a lot more consumers aware of energy saving products and environmental issues involved. This is continuously increasing with many people so much more conscious of the financial benefits and savings that can be made.

The Energy Saving Trust supports the British Fenestration Rating Council’s (BFRC) domestic window energy rating scheme (WER) by accrediting any window rated ‘band-C’ or above, helping consumers to readily compare the energy efficiency of competing products using a recognisable mark/grade for everyone to understand.

The BFRC’s WER scheme is based on all aspects of the window. The higher the BFRC rating indicates a more thermally efficient window. The window is given a rating of A-G BFRC bands of the window energy label. It is this band that provides the basis for energy saving recommended certification. For organisations, it is important for them to ensure their products are assessed and manufactured to the highest grade possible.

It is very likely that the BFRC’s A-G bands will be incorporated into the revised Part L of the building regulations some time in 2006.

Look for the energy saving recommended logo when choosing your new double-glazing windows. You can then be sure they are the most energy efficient windows available on the market. Manufacturer’s window products can now be assessed on a rating range of A-G, this assessment is based on all aspects of the window. These grades are issued from the British Fenestration Ratings Council.

Energy Efficient Double-Glazed Windows and Secondary Glazing

Up to 20% of heat in the home is lost through poor insulation in the window frames or through single glazed windows. By considering replacing your windows with double glazing or secondary glazing windows in your home, it will certainly help save you money. Now that’s definitely worth thinking about!Replacing your windows with new replacement double glazing doesn’t have to be expensive, you don’t necessarily have to replace all your windows at the same time, although a saving can be made if you were in a position to do so, but there are other options you can consider.If replacing all your windows at the same time is not an option for you, then why not choose to replace the windows in the rooms that cost you the most to heat. This could possibly be your living room or kitchen? By considering this as an option, you could still reduce the amount of heat lost through windows by half.Double glazing windows work by trapping air between two panes of glass, this creates an insulating barrier that reduces heat being lost, as well as noise reduction and reduced condensation, all this as well as the benefit of cutting your heating bills by £80 - £100 a year.

If you have decided to replace all your windows with double-glazing replacements then don’t be concerned about how this will affect the look of your home. There are a variety of styles and colours to choose from, each helping to enhance the look of your home in many different ways. The one thing to bear in mind, is that some properties may have restrictions on the types of windows installed, for example if you lived in a listed building or if you are located in a conservation area, this may restrict your choices so best to check this before proceeding with any order.

If replacement double glazing is not the option for you, then there is always secondary double glazing, although not as good as double glazing replacement windows it will still save you money by cutting down heat loss and draughts.