Finding A Reliable Double Glazing Company

By Roland Paul Eastman

The cost of heating our homes is becoming an increasing worry for all of us. Gas and electricity bills continue to rocket, so many people are aiming to save money on heating costs by ensuring the heat stays in the house, bungalow or flat rather than escapes from it. There is a way to do this and also improve the look and value of your home - install double glazing. If your home does not have double glazing now is the time to have it installed. And if your double glazing is old, now may be the time to order a new set. Having made that crucial and wise decision, the next thing is to make contact with a reliable double glazing company.

You should have no problem finding a double glazing company here in the United Kingdom. They advertise their services on commercial television, in the newspapers, have stands at events, send circulars through the doors and have their telesales teams ringing us at home. Even smaller localised companies advertise in the want ad columns in our local newspapers, offering to take care of our double glazing needs.

While you are no doubt spoiled for choice, it is in your and your own families best interest to choose a double glazing company which is both professional and reliable. Nobody likes to pay more than they have to, and it is important that you do not put yourself under financial difficulties by having double glazing installed. So it is very important to shop around and get at least three quotes from different companies. This will mean them sending a representative around to look at your house and assess what has to be done. So make sure there is no charge for this service.

As a protection for the consumer, double glazing work in England and Wales is covered by the FENSA regulations. Your local council will tell you which companies are registered under FENSA.

When discussing your new window requirements with a company ask what guarantee is given. What is often described as a lifetime guarantee is in fact is usually limited to 30 years. Also homes which are in conservation areas may have restrictions imposed, especially if you want to change your style of window. You will need to check with your local council to enquire what restrictions, if any, there may be.

By carefully checking that a double glazing company is reliable, you will save yourself money and anguish, while ensuring your house is helped kept warm and cosy with a superb set of double glazed windows expertly installed. - 29957

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